Mahar

Mahar is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Mahar village is also a gram panchayat.

Mahar has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahar is 042981. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Mahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.

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Population of Mahar

Below is a concise population overview of Mahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 438 200 238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 37 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 13 8 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 249 140 109
Illiterate Population 189 60 129

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahar village:

  • The total population of Mahar village is around 438, including approximately 200 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 1190 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Mahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahar village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahar village is about 56.85%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 45.80%.
  • There are around 98 households in Mahar village.

Connectivity of Mahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahar. As per the 2011 stats, Mahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahar

Where is Mahar located?
Mahar village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar?
Mahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mahar?
The pincode of Mahar is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahar is 438, with 200 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahar village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahar is 56.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 45.80%.