Majhera - Kanda, Bageshwar
Majhera is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Majhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhera is 050685. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.37 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Majhera 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhera
According to the 2011 Census, Majhera village had a total population of 315 people, including 153 males and 162 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241.
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 | 315 | 153 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 116 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 38 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Majhera
Majhera 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 Majhera
Majhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Majhera 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 Majhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhera 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 Majhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhera
Where is Majhera located?
Majhera village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majhera?
Majhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majhera?
The pincode of Majhera is 263640.
What is the population of Majhera?
Majhera had a total population of 315, including 153 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Majhera?
Majhera had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhera was 77.25%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 64.06%.