Mahargaon
Mahargaon is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Mahargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahargaon unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Mahargaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahargaon is 040151. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Mahargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Mahargaon
Population of Mahargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahargaon has a total population of about 735, with approximately 366 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.09%, with male literacy at about 71.31% and female literacy near 50.95%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 366 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 449 | 261 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 105 | 181 |
Connectivity of Mahargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Mahargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahargaon
- Where is Mahargaon located?
- Mahargaon village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahargaon?
- Mahargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahargaon?
- The pincode of Mahargaon is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahargaon is 735, with 366 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Mahargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahargaon village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahargaon is 61.09%. The male literacy rate is 71.31%, while the female literacy rate is 50.95%.