Mailam

Mailam is a village located in Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Herhanj (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Salaiya is the gram panchayat of Mailam village.

Here you can discover what makes Mailam unique in its vibrant Herhanj-Latehar region. You’ll see Mailam’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 Mailam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mailam is 367495. The village spans a total geographical area of 772.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Herhanj is nearest town to Mailam village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Mailam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mailam

According to the 2011 Census, Mailam has a total population of about 615, with approximately 312 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 534 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 73. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.62%, with male literacy at about 37.18% and female literacy near 19.80%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mailam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 615 312 303
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 67 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 534 264 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 73 42 31
Literate Population 176 116 60
Illiterate Population 439 196 243

Connectivity of Mailam

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mailam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mailam

Where is Mailam located?
Mailam village is situated in Herhanj Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mailam?
The Gram Panchayat of Mailam is Salaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mailam?
The pincode of Mailam is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mailam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mailam is 615, with 312 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Mailam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mailam village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mailam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mailam is 28.62%. The male literacy rate is 37.18%, while the female literacy rate is 19.80%.