Maira

Maira is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Jammui. As per 2009 stats, Maira Muthi is the gram panchayat of Maira village.

Maira has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 005570. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Jourian is nearest town to Maira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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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 2,053 1,035 1,018
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 239 137 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 659 327 332
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,446 779 667
Illiterate Population 607 256 351

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

  • The total population of Maira village is around 2,053, including approximately 1,035 males and 1,018 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Maira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maira village has 659 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maira village is about 70.43%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 65.52%.
  • There are around 456 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 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.

Taroti Danwal Gari Bishna Gari Nanda Rakh Dhok Potha Kandial Bandwal Rakh Muthi Muthi Chak Krapal Pur Dal Pat

Frequently Asked Questions about Maira

Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Maira Muthi (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 181204, 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 2,053, with 1,035 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 65.52%.