Mahendra Pur - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Mahendra Pur is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 97 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kokliyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahendra Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahendra Pur is 044306. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.23 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Mahendra Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahendra Pur
As per Census 2011, Mahendra Pur village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 42 males and 38 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahendra Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Mahendra Pur
Mahendra Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dubara | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Dubri | East | 1.11 km |
| Nihal Danda | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Shripur | North | 2.00 km |
| Dwara | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Thewa | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Chiphalti Lagga Gawali Danda | East | 2.65 km |
| Jaintwari | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Seraki | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Jhoti Urph Koti Lagga Jaintwar | South-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahendra Pur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahendra Pur. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Mahendra Pur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahendra Pur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahendra Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahendra Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahendra Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahendra Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahendra Pur
Where is Mahendra Pur located?
Mahendra Pur village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahendra Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahendra Pur is Kokliyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Mahendra Pur?
The pincode of Mahendra Pur is 249180.
What is the population of Mahendra Pur?
Mahendra Pur has a total population of 80, including 42 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Mahendra Pur?
There are 15 households in Mahendra Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahendra Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahendra Pur is 68.75%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 60.53%.