Mayana - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Mayana is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Mayana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mayana is 447464. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.75 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mayana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mayana
As per Census 2011, Mayana village has a total population of 1,186 people, consisting of 579 males and 607 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mayana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 579 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 317 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 445 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 134 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Mayana
Mayana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairwahi | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Markatola | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Lilejhar | East | 3.73 km |
| Puri | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Bhotha | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Kahadgondi | North | 4.00 km |
| Rampur | West | 4.03 km |
| Jawartara | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Katagaon | South | 4.41 km |
| Chapeli | North | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mayana
Mayana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Mayana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Mayana is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mayana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mayana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mayana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mayana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mayana
Where is Mayana located?
Mayana village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mayana?
Mayana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mayana?
The pincode of Mayana is 494337.
What is the population of Mayana?
Mayana has a total population of 1,186, including 579 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Mayana?
There are 286 households in Mayana.
What is the literacy rate in Mayana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mayana is 67.20%. Male literacy is 76.86% and female literacy is 57.99%.