Mahera - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Mahera is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 90 km from Tehri and around 90 km from New Tehri. Mahera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahera is 043722. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.19 hectares and falls under the 249196 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Mahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahera
As per Census 2011, Mahera village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 154 males and 166 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 154 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 124 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 30 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Mahera
Mahera 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 Mahera
Mahera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Tehri to Mahera is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahera 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 Mahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahera
Where is Mahera located?
Mahera village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahera?
Mahera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahera?
The pincode of Mahera is 249196.
What is the population of Mahera?
Mahera has a total population of 320, including 154 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Mahera?
There are 63 households in Mahera.
What is the literacy rate in Mahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahera is 64.69%. Male literacy is 80.52% and female literacy is 50.00%.