Moldhar - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Moldhar is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from Devprayag and around 117 km from New Tehri. Moldhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moldhar is 043410. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.61 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Moldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Moldhar
According to the 2011 Census, Moldhar village had a total population of 318 people, including 117 males and 201 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,718 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 69.06%.
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 | 318 | 117 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 92 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 25 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Moldhar
Moldhar 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 Moldhar
Public transport in the Moldhar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Moldhar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Moldhar is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moldhar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Moldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moldhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moldhar
Where is Moldhar located?
Moldhar village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moldhar?
Moldhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moldhar?
The pincode of Moldhar is 249161.
What is the population of Moldhar?
Moldhar had a total population of 318, including 117 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Moldhar?
Moldhar had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moldhar was 78.34%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 69.06%.