Majuli - Dhari, Nainital
Majuli is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Majuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majuli is 054959. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.48 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Majuli 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 Majuli
As per Census 2011, Majuli village has a total population of 957 people, consisting of 492 males and 465 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 492 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 278 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 391 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 101 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Majuli
Majuli 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 Majuli
Majuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Majuli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Majuli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majuli
Where is Majuli located?
Majuli village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majuli?
Majuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majuli?
The pincode of Majuli is 263136.
What is the population of Majuli?
Majuli has a total population of 957, including 492 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Majuli?
There are 173 households in Majuli.
What is the literacy rate in Majuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majuli is 72.52%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 65.16%.