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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Maitoli village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 85 males and 88 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maitoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 173, including 85 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Maitoli?
There are 41 households in Maitoli.
What is the literacy rate in Maitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maitoli is 78.03%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 76.14%.