Majholi - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Majholi is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jethigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majholi is 049477. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.6 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Majholi 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 Majholi
According to the 2011 Census, Majholi village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Majholi
Majholi 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 Majholi
Public transport in the Majholi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Majholi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Majholi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Majholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majholi 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 Majholi
Where is Majholi located?
Majholi village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Majholi is Jethigaon.
What is the pincode of Majholi?
The pincode of Majholi is 262543.
What is the population of Majholi?
Majholi had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Majholi?
Majholi had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majholi was 78.95%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 62.50%.