Maja
Maja is a village located in Ramanujnagar tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ramanujnagar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Maja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maja unique in its vibrant Ramanujnagar-Surguja region. You’ll see Maja’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 Maja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maja is 432824. The village spans a total geographical area of 507.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497333. Surajpur is nearest town to Maja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Maja
Population of Maja
According to the 2011 Census, Maja has a total population of about 2,174, with approximately 1,063 males and 1,111 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 300. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.74%, with male literacy at about 68.39% and female literacy near 49.50%. There are around 553 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,063 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 141 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 727 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 336 | 561 |
Connectivity of Maja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maja. As per the 2011 stats, Maja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maja
Knowing the nearby villages of Maja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maja
- Where is Maja located?
- Maja village is situated in Ramanujnagar Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maja?
- Maja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maja?
- The pincode of Maja is 497333, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maja is 2,174, with 1,063 males and 1,111 females.
- How many households are there in Maja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maja village has a total of 553 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maja is 58.74%. The male literacy rate is 68.39%, while the female literacy rate is 49.50%.