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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Majhera village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 80 males and 100 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 80 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 180, including 80 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Majhera?
There are 52 households in Majhera.
What is the literacy rate in Majhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhera is 68.33%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 57.00%.