Mahtosh - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Mahtosh is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mahtosh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahtosh is 056078. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.1 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mahtosh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahtosh
As per Census 2011, Mahtosh village has a total population of 3,360 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,609 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,660 literate and 1,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahtosh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,360 | 1,751 | 1,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 322 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 1,000 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 751 | 949 |
Nearby Villages of Mahtosh
Mahtosh 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 Mahtosh
Mahtosh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahtosh.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Mahtosh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Mahtosh is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahtosh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahtosh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahtosh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahtosh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahtosh
Where is Mahtosh located?
Mahtosh village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahtosh?
Mahtosh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahtosh?
The pincode of Mahtosh is 263152.
What is the population of Mahtosh?
Mahtosh has a total population of 3,360, including 1,751 males and 1,609 females.
How many households are there in Mahtosh?
There are 589 households in Mahtosh.
What is the literacy rate in Mahtosh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahtosh is 49.40%. Male literacy is 57.11% and female literacy is 41.02%.