Maira

Maira is a village located in Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Imamganj (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Jhikatiya is the gram panchayat of Maira village.

Maira has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Maira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maira is 256045. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Maira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

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Population of Maira

Below is a concise population overview of Maira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,870 938 932
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 354 166 188
Scheduled Castes (SC) 938 469 469
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 955 542 413
Illiterate Population 915 396 519

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maira village:

  • The total population of Maira village is around 1,870, including approximately 938 males and 932 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 354 children aged 0–6 years in Maira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maira village has 938 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maira village is about 51.07%, with male literacy at 57.78% and female literacy at 44.31%.
  • There are around 323 households in Maira village.

Connectivity of Maira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maira. As per the 2011 stats, Maira 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Maira

Knowing the nearby villages of Maira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maira.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Maira

Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Imamganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Jhikatiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maira is 1,870, with 938 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 51.07%. The male literacy rate is 57.78%, while the female literacy rate is 44.31%.