Maitoli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Maitoli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bafila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maitoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maitoli is 049653. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.56 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Maitoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maitoli
According to the 2011 Census, Maitoli village had a total population of 173 people, including 85 males and 88 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.54%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 81.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Maitoli
Maitoli 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 Maitoli
Public transport in the Maitoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Maitoli is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Maitoli is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maitoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maitoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maitoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maitoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maitoli
Where is Maitoli located?
Maitoli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maitoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Maitoli is Bafila.
What is the pincode of Maitoli?
The pincode of Maitoli is 262531.
What is the population of Maitoli?
Maitoli had a total population of 173, including 85 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Maitoli?
Maitoli had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maitoli was 86.54%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 81.71%.