Maikhandi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Maikhandi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Devprayag and around 62 km from New Tehri. Maikhandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maikhandi is 043263. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.07 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maikhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maikhandi
As per Census 2011, Maikhandi village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 291 males and 328 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maikhandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 291 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 77 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Maikhandi
Maikhandi 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 Maikhandi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Maikhandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kirtinagar to Maikhandi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Maikhandi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maikhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maikhandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maikhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maikhandi 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 Maikhandi
Where is Maikhandi located?
Maikhandi village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maikhandi?
Maikhandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maikhandi?
The pincode of Maikhandi is 249161.
What is the population of Maikhandi?
Maikhandi has a total population of 619, including 291 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Maikhandi?
There are 137 households in Maikhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Maikhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maikhandi is 67.85%. Male literacy is 73.54% and female literacy is 62.80%.