Malika - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Malika is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Malika village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malika is 512185. The village covers a total geographical area of 2037.3 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Malika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malika
As per Census 2011, Malika village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 942 males and 848 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 1,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malika are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 942 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 174 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 440 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 502 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Malika
Malika 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 Malika
Public transport in the Malika is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Wadhwan to Malika is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Malika is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malika 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 Malika
Where is Malika located?
Malika village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malika?
Malika is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malika?
The pincode of Malika is 363115.
What is the population of Malika?
Malika has a total population of 1,790, including 942 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Malika?
There are 328 households in Malika.
What is the literacy rate in Malika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malika is 35.81%. Male literacy is 46.71% and female literacy is 23.70%.