Maira
About Maira
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Maira village is 009085. Maira village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Maira village. As per 2009 stats, Maira village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 180.1 hectares. Maira has a total population of 1,394 peoples, out of which male population is 712 while female population is 682. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of maira village is 75.25% out of which 77.67% males and 72.73% females are literate. There are about 271 houses in maira village. Pincode of maira village locality is 176021.
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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur 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 | 1,394 | 712 | 682 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 165 | 96 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 553 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 159 | 186 |
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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maira
Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
Maira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Maira?
The pincode of Maira is 176021, 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 1,394, with 712 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 75.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.67%, while the female literacy rate is 72.73%.