Majola Bada - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Majola Bada is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lansdowne and around 116 km from Pauri. Saindhee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majola Bada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majola Bada is 047479. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.72 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Majola Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majola Bada
According to the 2011 Census, Majola Bada village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 52.63%.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Majola Bada
Majola Bada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Majola Chota | North-East | 0.69 km |
| Bharat Gaon | North | 1.04 km |
| Bhamri | North | 1.45 km |
| Raneth | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Dabri | North | 2.02 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Karoti | North | 2.05 km |
| Barswar | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Gwari Gaon | North | 2.44 km |
| Gaj Sera | North | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majola Bada
Public transport in the Majola Bada is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Majola Bada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Majola Bada is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majola Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majola Bada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majola Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majola Bada 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 Majola Bada
Where is Majola Bada located?
Majola Bada village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majola Bada?
The Gram Panchayat of Majola Bada is Saindhee.
What is the pincode of Majola Bada?
The pincode of Majola Bada is 246155.
What is the population of Majola Bada?
Majola Bada had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Majola Bada?
Majola Bada had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majola Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majola Bada was 72.73%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 52.63%.