Maina Jhundi - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Maina Jhundi is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Maina Jhundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maina Jhundi is 056144. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.89 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Maina Jhundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maina Jhundi
As per Census 2011, Maina Jhundi village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 478 males and 394 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maina Jhundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 478 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 331 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 147 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Maina Jhundi
Maina Jhundi 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 Maina Jhundi
Maina Jhundi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sitarganj to Maina Jhundi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Maina Jhundi is about 50 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 Maina Jhundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maina Jhundi 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 Maina Jhundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maina Jhundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maina Jhundi
Where is Maina Jhundi located?
Maina Jhundi village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maina Jhundi?
Maina Jhundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maina Jhundi?
The pincode of Maina Jhundi is 263148.
What is the population of Maina Jhundi?
Maina Jhundi has a total population of 872, including 478 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Maina Jhundi?
There are 167 households in Maina Jhundi.
What is the literacy rate in Maina Jhundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maina Jhundi is 65.48%. Male literacy is 69.25% and female literacy is 60.91%.