Majgaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Majgaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Majgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majgaon is 050697. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.78 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Kapkote 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 290 people, consisting of 127 males and 163 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,283 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 88 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 127 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 26 | 62 |
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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Majgaon is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 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 Majgaon
Where is Majgaon located?
Majgaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majgaon?
Majgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majgaon?
The pincode of Majgaon is 263640.
What is the population of Majgaon?
Majgaon has a total population of 290, including 127 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Majgaon?
There are 75 households in Majgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Majgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majgaon is 69.66%. Male literacy is 79.53% and female literacy is 61.96%.