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.
Here you can discover what makes Maira unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Maira’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 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.
Google Map of Maira
Population of Maira
According to the 2011 Census, Maira has a total population of about 608, with approximately 310 males and 298 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 533 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.53%, with male literacy at about 78.39% and female literacy near 66.44%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.