Majgaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Majgaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Maj Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majgaon is 052325. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.55 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Majgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majgaon
As per Census 2011, Majgaon village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 83 males and 107 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,289 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 83 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Majgaon
Majgaon 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 Majgaon
Public transport in the Majgaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Majgaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Majgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majgaon
Where is Majgaon located?
Majgaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Majgaon is Maj Gaon.
What is the pincode of Majgaon?
The pincode of Majgaon is 263645.
What is the population of Majgaon?
Majgaon has a total population of 190, including 83 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Majgaon?
There are 56 households in Majgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Majgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majgaon is 75.79%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 70.09%.