Malar - Tiswadi, North Goa
Malar is a village situated in the Tiswadi taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 15 km from Panaji, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sao Matias serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malar is 626711. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.27 hectares and falls under the 403403 pincode.
Malar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cumbarjua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malar
As per Census 2011, Malar village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 813 males and 817 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,397 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 813 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 72 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 721 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 92 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Malar
Malar 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 Malar
Public transport in the Malar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Malar is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malar 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 Malar
Where is Malar located?
Malar village is located in Tiswadi Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malar is Sao Matias.
What is the pincode of Malar?
The pincode of Malar is 403403.
What is the population of Malar?
Malar has a total population of 1,630, including 813 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Malar?
There are 382 households in Malar.
What is the literacy rate in Malar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malar is 85.71%. Male literacy is 88.68% and female literacy is 82.74%.