Maila
Maila is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Here you can discover what makes Maila unique in its vibrant Hiranagar-Kathua region. You’ll see Maila’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maila is 001982. The village spans a total geographical area of 532 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184144. Hiranagar is nearest town to Maila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Maila
Population of Maila
According to the 2011 Census, Maila has a total population of about 2,569, with approximately 1,350 males and 1,219 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.46%, with male literacy at about 76.89% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,569 | 1,350 | 1,219 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
Literate Population | 1,810 | 1,038 | 772 |
Illiterate Population | 759 | 312 | 447 |
Connectivity of Maila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maila. As per the 2011 stats, Maila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maila
Knowing the nearby villages of Maila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maila
- Where is Maila located?
- Maila village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Maila?
- The pincode of Maila is 184144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maila is 2,569, with 1,350 males and 1,219 females.
- How many households are there in Maila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maila village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maila is 70.46%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.