Mahar Gaon - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Mahar Gaon is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Devprayag and around 130 km from New Tehri. Dhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Gaon is 043378. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.61 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Mahar Gaon village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 44 males and 42 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar Gaon
Mahar Gaon 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 Gaon
Mahar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kirtinagar to Mahar Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahar Gaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahar Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahar Gaon
Where is Mahar Gaon located?
Mahar Gaon village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Gaon is Dhari.
What is the pincode of Mahar Gaon?
The pincode of Mahar Gaon is 249161.
What is the population of Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon has a total population of 86, including 44 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Gaon?
There are 18 households in Mahar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Gaon is 56.98%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 54.76%.