Maira

Maira is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Maira village. As per 2009 stats, Nandrool Khas is the gram panchayat of Maira village.

Maira has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Maira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maira is 009744. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176001. Kangra is nearest town to Maira village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Maira village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Maira

Below is a concise population overview of Maira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 694 359 335
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 26 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 10 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 560 322 238
Illiterate Population 134 37 97

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maira village:

  • The total population of Maira village is around 694, including approximately 359 males and 335 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Maira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maira village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maira village is about 80.69%, with male literacy at 89.69% and female literacy at 71.04%.
  • There are around 148 households in Maira village.

Connectivity of Maira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maira. As per the 2011 stats, Maira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Maira

Knowing the nearby villages of Maira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maira.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Maira

Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Nandrool Khas (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 176001, 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 694, with 359 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 80.69%. The male literacy rate is 89.69%, while the female literacy rate is 71.04%.