Maljhinjhva - Talala, Gir Somnath
Maljhinjhva is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Talala and around 83 km from Junagadh. Maljhinjhva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maljhinjhva is 514973. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.34 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Maljhinjhva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maljhinjhva
As per Census 2011, Maljhinjhva village has a total population of 2,022 people, consisting of 1,019 males and 1,003 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maljhinjhva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,022 | 1,019 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 133 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 763 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 256 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Maljhinjhva
Maljhinjhva 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 Maljhinjhva
Public transport in the Maljhinjhva is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maljhinjhva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Maljhinjhva is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Maljhinjhva is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maljhinjhva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maljhinjhva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maljhinjhva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maljhinjhva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maljhinjhva
Where is Maljhinjhva located?
Maljhinjhva village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maljhinjhva?
Maljhinjhva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maljhinjhva?
The pincode of Maljhinjhva is 362150.
What is the population of Maljhinjhva?
Maljhinjhva has a total population of 2,022, including 1,019 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Maljhinjhva?
There are 342 households in Maljhinjhva.
What is the literacy rate in Maljhinjhva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maljhinjhva is 67.61%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 60.22%.