Maira
About Maira
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Maira village is 007174. Maira village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Maira village. As per 2009 stats, Kihar is the gram panchayat of Maira village.
The total geographical area of village is 71.43 hectares. Maira has a total population of 396 peoples, out of which male population is 196 while female population is 200. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of maira village is 62.37% out of which 71.94% males and 53.00% females are literate. There are about 69 houses in maira village. Pincode of maira village locality is 176320.
When it comes to administration, Maira village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Maira village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to maira village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Maira
The population details of Maira cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 196 | 200 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 247 | 141 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 55 | 94 |
Connectivity of Maira
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maira
Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Kihar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Maira?
The pincode of Maira is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maira is 396, with 196 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 62.37%. The male literacy rate is 71.94%, while the female literacy rate is 53.00%.