Maira - Gangath, Kangra
Maira is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Dharmsala. Mangwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maira is 008409. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.4 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Maira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maira
According to the 2011 Census, Maira village had a total population of 78 people, including 40 males and 38 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Maira
Maira 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 Maira
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Maira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Maira is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maira 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maira
Where is Maira located?
Maira village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Mangwal.
What is the pincode of Maira?
The pincode of Maira is 176204.
What is the population of Maira?
Maira had a total population of 78, including 40 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Maira?
Maira had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maira was 78.57%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 71.43%.