Mal - Chhota Udaipur, Chhotaudepur
Mal is a village situated in the Chhota Udaipur taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 48 km from Chhota Udaipur and around 155 km from Vadodara. Mithibor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mal is 520254. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.95 hectares and falls under the 391165 pincode. Chhota Udaipur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Mal village had a total population of 606 people, including 293 males and 313 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.69%, with male literacy at 51.44% and female literacy at 38.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 605.
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 | 606 | 293 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 292 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 125 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 168 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Mal
Mal 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 Mal
Public transport in the Mal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhota Udaipur to Mal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Mal is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mal 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 Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mal
Where is Mal located?
Mal village is located in Chhota Udaipur Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mal is Mithibor.
What is the pincode of Mal?
The pincode of Mal is 391165.
What is the population of Mal?
Mal had a total population of 606, including 293 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Mal?
Mal had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mal was 44.69%. Male literacy was 51.44% and female literacy was 38.28%.