Majhera - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Majhera is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Barakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhera is 049480. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.09 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Majhera 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhera
According to the 2011 Census, Majhera village had a total population of 180 people, including 80 males and 100 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 98.51% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 180 | 80 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 14 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Majhera
Majhera 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 Majhera
Public transport in the Majhera is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Majhera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Majhera is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Majhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhera 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 Majhera
Where is Majhera located?
Majhera village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhera is Barakot.
What is the pincode of Majhera?
The pincode of Majhera is 262543.
What is the population of Majhera?
Majhera had a total population of 180, including 80 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Majhera?
Majhera had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhera was 78.34%. Male literacy was 98.51% and female literacy was 63.33%.