Maingal - Saho, Chamba
Maingal is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chamba. Ghagharota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maingal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maingal is 008010. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.13 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Maingal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maingal
According to the 2011 Census, Maingal village had a total population of 454 people, including 235 males and 219 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.02%, with male literacy at 65.27% and female literacy at 28.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 68 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 109 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 126 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Maingal
Maingal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maingal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maingal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Maingal is about 28 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 Maingal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maingal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maingal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maingal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maingal
Where is Maingal located?
Maingal village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Maingal is Ghagharota.
What is the pincode of Maingal?
The pincode of Maingal is 176314.
What is the population of Maingal?
Maingal had a total population of 454, including 235 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Maingal?
Maingal had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maingal was 47.02%. Male literacy was 65.27% and female literacy was 28.99%.