Maigari - Someshwar, Almora
Maigari is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Maigari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maigari is 053372. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.22 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Maigari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maigari
As per Census 2011, Maigari village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 88 males and 104 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maigari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 88 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 25 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Maigari
Maigari 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 Maigari
Maigari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Maigari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maigari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maigari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maigari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maigari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maigari
Where is Maigari located?
Maigari village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maigari?
Maigari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maigari?
The pincode of Maigari is 263638.
What is the population of Maigari?
Maigari has a total population of 192, including 88 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Maigari?
There are 53 households in Maigari.
What is the literacy rate in Maigari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maigari is 56.25%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 43.27%.