Mindath - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Mindath is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 123 km from New Tehri. Mindath village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mindath is 044534. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.81 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Mindath 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mindath
According to the 2011 Census, Mindath village had a total population of 1,297 people, including 625 males and 672 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.11%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 59.28%.
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 | 1,297 | 625 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 405 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 220 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Mindath
Mindath 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 Mindath
Public transport in the Mindath is mainly available through bus 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 Rishikesh to Mindath is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mindath is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mindath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mindath 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mindath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mindath 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 Mindath
Where is Mindath located?
Mindath village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mindath?
Mindath is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mindath?
The pincode of Mindath is 249192.
What is the population of Mindath?
Mindath had a total population of 1,297, including 625 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Mindath?
Mindath had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mindath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mindath was 70.11%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 59.28%.