Maleta - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Maleta is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Kalyanpur and around 118 km from Jamnagar. Maleta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maleta is 513980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1280.86 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Maleta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maleta
As per Census 2011, Maleta village has a total population of 1,318 people, consisting of 655 males and 663 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maleta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 655 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 470 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 185 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Maleta
Maleta 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 Maleta
Public transport in the Maleta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dwarka to Maleta is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Maleta is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maleta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maleta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maleta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maleta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maleta
Where is Maleta located?
Maleta village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maleta?
Maleta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maleta?
The pincode of Maleta is 361320.
What is the population of Maleta?
Maleta has a total population of 1,318, including 655 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Maleta?
There are 242 households in Maleta.
What is the literacy rate in Maleta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maleta is 61.68%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 51.73%.