Mal - Songadh, Tapi
Mal is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Otta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mal is 524708. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.69 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Mal village had a total population of 583 people, including 286 males and 297 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.56%, with male literacy at 94.21% and female literacy at 90.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 583.
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 | 583 | 286 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 583 | 286 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 244 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 42 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Mal
Mal 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 Mal
Public transport in the Mal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Mal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Mal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mal
Where is Mal located?
Mal village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mal is Otta.
What is the pincode of Mal?
The pincode of Mal is 394716.
What is the population of Mal?
Mal had a total population of 583, including 286 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Mal?
Mal had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mal was 92.56%. Male literacy was 94.21% and female literacy was 90.94%.