Moldhar - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Moldhar is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 88 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Moldhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moldhar is 044219. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.73 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Moldhar 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 Moldhar
As per Census 2011, Moldhar village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 244 males and 291 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 244 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 197 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 47 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Moldhar
Moldhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burkot | North-East | 0.60 km |
| Pujaldi | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Teva | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Odars | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Chak Pot | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Banda Lagga Bait | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Maitoli Sera | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Bhuyasari | South | 3.12 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Munglauri | North-West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moldhar
Moldhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 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 Mussoorie to Moldhar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Moldhar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moldhar 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 Moldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moldhar 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 Moldhar
Where is Moldhar located?
Moldhar village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moldhar?
Moldhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moldhar?
The pincode of Moldhar is 249180.
What is the population of Moldhar?
Moldhar has a total population of 535, including 244 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Moldhar?
There are 94 households in Moldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Moldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moldhar is 70.47%. Male literacy is 80.74% and female literacy is 61.86%.