Majola Chota - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Majola Chota is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Lansdowne and around 116 km from Pauri. Saindhee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majola Chota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majola Chota is 047478. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.67 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Majola Chota 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 Chota
As per Census 2011, Majola Chota village has a total population of 7 people, consisting of 3 males and 4 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The village has 6 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majola Chota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Majola Chota
Majola Chota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharat Gaon | North | 0.47 km |
| Majola Bada | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Bhamri | North | 0.92 km |
| Dabri | North | 1.41 km |
| Raneth | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Barswar | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Karoti | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Gwari Gaon | North | 1.84 km |
| Manpur | West | 2.19 km |
| Gaj Sera | North-West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majola Chota
Public transport in the Majola Chota 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 54.4 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 Chota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Majola Chota 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 Chota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majola Chota 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 Majola Chota
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 Chota 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Majola Chota
Where is Majola Chota located?
Majola Chota village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majola Chota?
The Gram Panchayat of Majola Chota is Saindhee.
What is the pincode of Majola Chota?
The pincode of Majola Chota is 246155.
What is the population of Majola Chota?
Majola Chota has a total population of 7, including 3 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Majola Chota?
There are 3 households in Majola Chota.
What is the literacy rate in Majola Chota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majola Chota is 85.71%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 75.00%.