Mahar Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Mahar Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 114 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Mahar Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Gaon is 043435. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.13 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Mahar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Mahar Gaon village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 247 males and 246 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 247 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 183 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 64 | 160 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Mahar Gaon is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahar Gaon is about 114 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahar Gaon
Where is Mahar Gaon located?
Mahar Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahar Gaon?
The pincode of Mahar Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon has a total population of 493, including 247 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Gaon?
There are 83 households in Mahar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Gaon is 54.56%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 34.96%.