Maina
Maina is a village located in Quepem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Quepem (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Caurem is the gram panchayat of Maina village.
Maina has its own place in the vibrant South Goa 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 Maina
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maina is 626957. The village spans a total geographical area of 1456 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403705. Quepem is nearest town to Maina village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Maina village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sanguem Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maina
Population of Maina
Below is a concise population overview of Maina 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 | 505 | 318 | 187 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
Literate Population | 392 | 270 | 122 |
Illiterate Population | 113 | 48 | 65 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maina village:
- The total population of Maina village is around 505, including approximately 318 males and 187 females, with a sex ratio of 588 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Maina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maina village has 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maina village is about 77.62%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 65.24%.
- There are around 109 households in Maina village.
Connectivity of Maina
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maina. As per the 2011 stats, Maina 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maina
Knowing the nearby villages of Maina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maina
- Where is Maina located?
- Maina village is situated in Quepem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maina?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maina is Caurem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maina?
- The pincode of Maina is 403705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maina is 505, with 318 males and 187 females.
- How many households are there in Maina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maina village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maina as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maina is 77.62%. The male literacy rate is 84.91%, while the female literacy rate is 65.24%.