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.
Here you can discover what makes Maina unique in its vibrant Quepem-South Goa region. You’ll see Maina’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Maina has a total population of about 505, with approximately 318 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 588 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.62%, with male literacy at about 84.91% and female literacy near 65.24%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.