Mapa - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Mapa is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lachpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mapa is 048846. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.14 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Mapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mapa
According to the 2011 Census, Mapa village had a total population of 21 people, including 14 males and 7 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.24%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Mapa
Mapa 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 Mapa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mapa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mapa is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mapa is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mapa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mapa 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 Mapa
Where is Mapa located?
Mapa village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mapa is Lachpa.
What is the pincode of Mapa?
The pincode of Mapa is 262554.
What is the population of Mapa?
Mapa had a total population of 21, including 14 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Mapa?
Mapa had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mapa was 95.24%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.