Mahar - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Mahar is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Mahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar is 042981. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.1 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Mahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahar village had a total population of 438 people, including 200 males and 238 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.36%, with male literacy at 85.89% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 438 | 200 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 60 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar
Mahar 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 Mahar
Mahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Mahar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar 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 Mahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahar 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 Mahar
Where is Mahar located?
Mahar village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar?
Mahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahar?
The pincode of Mahar is 249155.
What is the population of Mahar?
Mahar had a total population of 438, including 200 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Mahar?
Mahar had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar was 69.36%. Male literacy was 85.89% and female literacy was 55.61%.