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
According to the 2011 Census, Mahera village had a total population of 320 people, including 154 males and 166 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.55%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 58.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 320 | 154 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 320, including 154 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Mahera?
Mahera had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahera was 75.55%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 58.45%.