Majera - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Majera is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Yamkeshwar and around 148 km from Pauri. Badoli Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majera is 048747. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.43 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Majera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majera
According to the 2011 Census, Majera village had a total population of 171 people, including 76 males and 95 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.93%, with male literacy at 97.10% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 171 | 76 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 9 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Majera
Majera 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 Majera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Majera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Majera is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Majera is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Majera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Majera
Where is Majera located?
Majera village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majera?
The Gram Panchayat of Majera is Badoli Badi.
What is the pincode of Majera?
The pincode of Majera is 246121.
What is the population of Majera?
Majera had a total population of 171, including 76 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Majera?
Majera had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majera was 86.93%. Male literacy was 97.10% and female literacy was 78.57%.