Maidhar - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Maidhar is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 60 km from New Tehri. Amsarigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maidhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maidhar is 044550. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.81 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Maidhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maidhar
According to the 2011 Census, Maidhar village had a total population of 167 people, including 71 males and 96 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,352 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 52.22%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 71 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 18 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Maidhar
Maidhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maidhar
Public transport in the Maidhar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Narendra Nagar to Maidhar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Maidhar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maidhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maidhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maidhar
Where is Maidhar located?
Maidhar village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maidhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maidhar is Amsarigaon.
What is the pincode of Maidhar?
The pincode of Maidhar is 249146.
What is the population of Maidhar?
Maidhar had a total population of 167, including 71 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Maidhar?
Maidhar had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maidhar was 64.94%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 52.22%.