Maindu - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Maindu is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Ghansali and around 85 km from New Tehri. Mendusindwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maindu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maindu is 042830. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.91 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Maindu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maindu
According to the 2011 Census, Maindu village had a total population of 50 people, including 28 males and 22 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.51%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 36.84%.
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 | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Maindu
Maindu 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 Maindu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maindu.
| 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 Tehri to Maindu is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Maindu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maindu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maindu 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 Maindu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maindu 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 Maindu
Where is Maindu located?
Maindu village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maindu?
The Gram Panchayat of Maindu is Mendusindwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Maindu?
The pincode of Maindu is 249125.
What is the population of Maindu?
Maindu had a total population of 50, including 28 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Maindu?
Maindu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maindu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maindu was 46.51%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 36.84%.