Majurjethua - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Majurjethua 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 90 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jatuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majurjethua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majurjethua is 051981. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.64 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Majurjethua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majurjethua
As per Census 2011, Majurjethua village has a total population of 148 people, consisting of 69 males and 79 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majurjethua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Majurjethua
Majurjethua 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 Majurjethua
Public transport in the Majurjethua is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Majurjethua is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Majurjethua is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majurjethua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majurjethua 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majurjethua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majurjethua 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 Majurjethua
Where is Majurjethua located?
Majurjethua village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majurjethua?
The Gram Panchayat of Majurjethua is Jatuwa.
What is the pincode of Majurjethua?
The pincode of Majurjethua is 263656.
What is the population of Majurjethua?
Majurjethua has a total population of 148, including 69 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Majurjethua?
There are 38 households in Majurjethua.
What is the literacy rate in Majurjethua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majurjethua is 66.22%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 58.23%.