Malshika

Malshika is a village located in Dhari taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dhari (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Malshika village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Malshika unique in its vibrant Dhari-Amreli region. You’ll see Malshika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Malshika

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malshika is 515696. The village spans a total geographical area of 1347.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365640. Chalala is nearest town to Malshika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Malshika village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Malshika

According to the 2011 Census, Malshika has a total population of about 2,141, with approximately 1,076 males and 1,065 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.29%, with male literacy at about 64.78% and female literacy near 51.74%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malshika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,141 1,076 1,065
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 224 117 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) 213 105 108
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 1,248 697 551
Illiterate Population 893 379 514

Connectivity of Malshika

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malshika. As per the 2011 stats, Malshika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Malshika

Knowing the nearby villages of Malshika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malshika.

Frequently Asked Questions about Malshika

Where is Malshika located?
Malshika village is situated in Dhari Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malshika?
Malshika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Malshika?
The pincode of Malshika is 365640, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malshika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malshika is 2,141, with 1,076 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Malshika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malshika village has a total of 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malshika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malshika is 58.29%. The male literacy rate is 64.78%, while the female literacy rate is 51.74%.