Majigaon - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Majigaon is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bageshwar and around 20 km from Bageshwar. Bhanartoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majigaon is 051205. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.08 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Majigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Majigaon village had a total population of 61 people, including 30 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Majigaon
Majigaon 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 Majigaon
Majigaon 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 Bageshwar to Majigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majigaon 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 Majigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majigaon
Where is Majigaon located?
Majigaon village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Majigaon is Bhanartoli.
What is the pincode of Majigaon?
The pincode of Majigaon is 263628.
What is the population of Majigaon?
Majigaon had a total population of 61, including 30 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Majigaon?
Majigaon had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majigaon was 84.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.37%.