Mahargaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Mahargaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Mahargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahargaon is 040151. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.59 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Mahargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahargaon village had a total population of 735 people, including 366 males and 369 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 57.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 735 | 366 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 261 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 105 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Mahargaon
Mahargaon 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 Mahargaon
Mahargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barkot to Mahargaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Mahargaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahargaon
Where is Mahargaon located?
Mahargaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahargaon?
Mahargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahargaon?
The pincode of Mahargaon is 249185.
What is the population of Mahargaon?
Mahargaon had a total population of 735, including 366 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Mahargaon?
Mahargaon had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahargaon was 72.30%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 57.85%.