Majhera - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Majhera is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Vijaypur Dhamola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhera is 055500. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.81 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Majhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majhera
According to the 2011 Census, Majhera village had a total population of 203 people, including 100 males and 103 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.84%, with male literacy at 82.95% and female literacy at 68.89%.
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 | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
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 Kaladhungi to Majhera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Majhera is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhera is Vijaypur Dhamola.
What is the pincode of Majhera?
The pincode of Majhera is 263140.
What is the population of Majhera?
Majhera had a total population of 203, including 100 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Majhera?
Majhera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhera was 75.84%. Male literacy was 82.95% and female literacy was 68.89%.