Majur Nayak - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Majur Nayak is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jatuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majur Nayak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majur Nayak is 051997. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.09 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Majur Nayak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Majur Nayak
According to the 2011 Census, Majur Nayak village had a total population of 458 people, including 197 males and 261 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,325 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.07%, with male literacy at 99.39% and female literacy at 85.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 458 | 197 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 163 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 34 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Majur Nayak
Majur Nayak 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 Majur Nayak
Public transport in the Majur Nayak is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Majur Nayak is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Majur Nayak is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majur Nayak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majur Nayak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majur Nayak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majur Nayak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Majur Nayak
Where is Majur Nayak located?
Majur Nayak village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majur Nayak?
The Gram Panchayat of Majur Nayak is Jatuwa.
What is the pincode of Majur Nayak?
The pincode of Majur Nayak is 263656.
What is the population of Majur Nayak?
Majur Nayak had a total population of 458, including 197 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Majur Nayak?
Majur Nayak had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majur Nayak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majur Nayak was 91.07%. Male literacy was 99.39% and female literacy was 85.09%.