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
According to the 2011 Census, Malia village had a total population of 13,785 people, including 7,159 males and 6,626 females, living in 2,730 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.88%, with male literacy at 87.46% and female literacy at 71.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 925, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 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 had a total population of 13,785, including 7,159 males and 6,626 females.
How many households are there in Malia?
Malia had 2,730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malia was 79.88%. Male literacy was 87.46% and female literacy was 71.75%.