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.
Mahargaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Mahargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Mahargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahargaon village:
- The total population of Mahargaon village is around 735, including approximately 366 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Mahargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahargaon village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mahargaon village is about 61.09%, with male literacy at 71.31% and female literacy at 50.95%.
- There are around 147 households in Mahargaon village.
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) |
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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%.