Mahar Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Mahar Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhandargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Gaon is 043987. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.39 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahar Gaon village had a total population of 40 people, including 15 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 3 | 14 |
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
Public transport in the Mahar Gaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Tehri to Mahar Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahar Gaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 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 Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Gaon is Bhandargaon.
What is the pincode of Mahar Gaon?
The pincode of Mahar Gaon is 249130.
What is the population of Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon had a total population of 40, including 15 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Gaon was 63.89%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 50.00%.