Majhera - Dhari, Nainital
Majhera is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Majhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhera is 054933. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.5 hectares and falls under the 263137 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Majhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhera
As per Census 2011, Majhera village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 215 males and 214 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 215 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 185 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 30 | 58 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhimtal to Majhera is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Majhera is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Dhari Tehsil, Nainital 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 263137.
What is the population of Majhera?
Majhera has a total population of 429, including 215 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Majhera?
There are 87 households in Majhera.
What is the literacy rate in Majhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhera is 79.49%. Male literacy is 86.05% and female literacy is 72.90%.