Malbar - Jambughoda, Panch Mahals
Malbar is a village situated in the Jambughoda taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambughoda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Jaban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malbar is 518952. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.08 hectares and falls under the 389390 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Malbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malbar
According to the 2011 Census, Malbar village had a total population of 444 people, including 246 males and 198 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.84%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 38.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 444 | 246 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 235 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 146 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 100 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Malbar
Malbar 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 Malbar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Malbar.
| 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 Halol to Malbar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Malbar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malbar 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 Malbar
Where is Malbar located?
Malbar village is located in Jambughoda Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malbar is Jaban.
What is the pincode of Malbar?
The pincode of Malbar is 389390.
What is the population of Malbar?
Malbar had a total population of 444, including 246 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Malbar?
Malbar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malbar was 56.84%. Male literacy was 72.28% and female literacy was 38.60%.