Majailu - Sunni, Shimla
Majailu is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majailu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majailu is 024188. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Majailu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majailu
According to the 2011 Census, Majailu village had a total population of 76 people, including 43 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 767 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.06%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.38%.
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 | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Majailu
Majailu 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 Majailu
Majailu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Majailu is about 60 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 Majailu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majailu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Majailu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majailu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majailu
Where is Majailu located?
Majailu village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majailu?
The Gram Panchayat of Majailu is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Majailu?
The pincode of Majailu is 171301.
What is the population of Majailu?
Majailu had a total population of 76, including 43 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Majailu?
Majailu had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majailu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majailu was 93.06%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.38%.