Malan
Malan is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Malan village. As per 2009 stats, Malan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Malan unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Malan’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 Malan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malan is 508153. The village spans a total geographical area of 1968.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385001. Palanpur is nearest town to Malan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malan 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 Palanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malan
Population of Malan
According to the 2011 Census, Malan has a total population of about 9,641, with approximately 4,927 males and 4,714 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,514 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.45%, with male literacy at about 76.70% and female literacy near 55.73%. There are around 1,975 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,641 | 4,927 | 4,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,149 | 596 | 553 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,514 | 764 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 6,406 | 3,779 | 2,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,235 | 1,148 | 2,087 |
Connectivity of Malan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malan. As per the 2011 stats, Malan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malan
Knowing the nearby villages of Malan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malan
- Where is Malan located?
- Malan village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malan?
- Malan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Malan?
- The pincode of Malan is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malan is 9,641, with 4,927 males and 4,714 females.
- How many households are there in Malan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malan village has a total of 1,975 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malan is 66.45%. The male literacy rate is 76.70%, while the female literacy rate is 55.73%.