Maida - Saluni, Chamba
Maida is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maida is 007174. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.43 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Maida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maida
According to the 2011 Census, Maida village had a total population of 396 people, including 196 males and 200 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 63.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 396 | 196 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 141 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 55 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Maida
Maida 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 Maida
Maida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Maida is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maida 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 Maida
Where is Maida located?
Maida village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maida?
The Gram Panchayat of Maida is Kihar.
What is the pincode of Maida?
The pincode of Maida is 176320.
What is the population of Maida?
Maida had a total population of 396, including 196 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Maida?
Maida had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maida was 74.40%. Male literacy was 84.94% and female literacy was 63.86%.