Malshika - Dhari, Amreli
Malshika is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Malshika village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malshika is 515696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1347.28 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Malshika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malshika
According to the 2011 Census, Malshika village had a total population of 2,141 people, including 1,076 males and 1,065 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.10%, with male literacy at 72.68% and female literacy at 57.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Malshika
Malshika 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 Malshika
Malshika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chalala to Malshika is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Malshika 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 Malshika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malshika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malshika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malshika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Malshika
Where is Malshika located?
Malshika village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malshika?
Malshika is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malshika?
The pincode of Malshika is 365640.
What is the population of Malshika?
Malshika had a total population of 2,141, including 1,076 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Malshika?
Malshika had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malshika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malshika was 65.10%. Male literacy was 72.68% and female literacy was 57.52%.