Malia - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Malia is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Malia and around 65 km from Junagadh. Malia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malia is 514850. The village covers a total geographical area of 2904 hectares and falls under the 362250 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malia
As per Census 2011, Malia village has a total population of 13,785 people, consisting of 7,159 males and 6,626 females. The village has 2,730 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,558 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,767 literate and 4,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 925 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,785 | 7,159 | 6,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,558 | 829 | 729 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 482 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 140 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 9,767 | 5,536 | 4,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,018 | 1,623 | 2,395 |
Nearby Villages of Malia
Malia 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 Malia
Malia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Malia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chorvad to Malia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Malia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malia
Where is Malia located?
Malia village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malia?
Malia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malia?
The pincode of Malia is 362250.
What is the population of Malia?
Malia has a total population of 13,785, including 7,159 males and 6,626 females.
How many households are there in Malia?
There are 2,730 households in Malia.
What is the literacy rate in Malia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malia is 70.85%. Male literacy is 77.33% and female literacy is 63.85%.