Malu - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Malu is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Malu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malu is 518746. The village covers a total geographical area of 1621.44 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malu
According to the 2011 Census, Malu village had a total population of 3,405 people, including 1,704 males and 1,701 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.70%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 33.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,110.
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 | 3,405 | 1,704 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 321 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,110 | 564 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 1,261 | 778 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,144 | 926 | 1,218 |
Nearby Villages of Malu
Malu 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 Malu
Malu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Malu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Malu is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malu
Where is Malu located?
Malu village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malu?
Malu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malu?
The pincode of Malu is 389380.
What is the population of Malu?
Malu had a total population of 3,405, including 1,704 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Malu?
Malu had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malu was 44.70%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 33.59%.