Mai - Joura, Morena
Mai is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Mai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mai is 452346. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mai
According to the 2011 Census, Mai village had a total population of 1,618 people, including 894 males and 724 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 615, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 1,618 | 894 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 121 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 342 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 687 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 207 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Mai
Mai 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 Mai
Mai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Mai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Mai is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mai
Where is Mai located?
Mai village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mai?
Mai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mai?
The pincode of Mai is 476221.
What is the population of Mai?
Mai had a total population of 1,618, including 894 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Mai?
Mai had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mai was 73.90%. Male literacy was 88.87% and female literacy was 55.61%.