Maira

Maira is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Maira village is also a gram panchayat.

Maira has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 032030. The village spans a total geographical area of 350 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Maira village for all major economic activities.

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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 608 310 298
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 32 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 533 276 257
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 441 243 198
Illiterate Population 167 67 100

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

  • The total population of Maira village is around 608, including approximately 310 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Maira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maira village has 533 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maira village is about 72.53%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 66.44%.
  • There are around 123 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Bhawanipur Rattanpur Malkowal Gaddiwal Dalewal Barapur Kunail Chak Gujjran Saddarpur Bhambian Ghagon Roranwali

Frequently Asked Questions about Maira

Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
Maira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Maira?
The pincode of Maira is 144523, 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 608, with 310 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 72.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.39%, while the female literacy rate is 66.44%.