Mailminda - Dewal, Chamoli
Mailminda is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Tharali and around 108 km from Gopeshwar. Mel Minda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mailminda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mailminda is 041792. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.38 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Mailminda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mailminda
As per Census 2011, Mailminda village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 58 males and 80 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,379 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mailminda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 58 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Mailminda
Mailminda 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 Mailminda
Mailminda 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 Karnaprayag to Mailminda is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mailminda is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mailminda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mailminda 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 Mailminda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mailminda 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 Mailminda
Where is Mailminda located?
Mailminda village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mailminda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mailminda is Mel Minda.
What is the pincode of Mailminda?
The pincode of Mailminda is 246427.
What is the population of Mailminda?
Mailminda has a total population of 138, including 58 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Mailminda?
There are 30 households in Mailminda.
What is the literacy rate in Mailminda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mailminda is 68.84%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 62.50%.