Malvan - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Malvan is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Lalpur (ranasan) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malvan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malvan is 510650. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.16 hectares and falls under the 383305 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Malvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malvan
According to the 2011 Census, Malvan village had a total population of 492 people, including 250 males and 242 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.30%, with male literacy at 76.71% and female literacy at 50.98%.
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 | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 168 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 82 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Malvan
Malvan 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 Malvan
Malvan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malvan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Malvan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malvan 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 Malvan
Where is Malvan located?
Malvan village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malvan?
The Gram Panchayat of Malvan is Lalpur (ranasan).
What is the pincode of Malvan?
The pincode of Malvan is 383305.
What is the population of Malvan?
Malvan had a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Malvan?
Malvan had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malvan was 64.30%. Male literacy was 76.71% and female literacy was 50.98%.