Malar - Safidon, Jind
Malar is a village situated in the Safidon tehsil of Jind district, Haryana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Safidon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jind. Malar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malar is 060246. The village covers a total geographical area of 734 hectares and falls under the 126112 pincode. Safidon is the nearest town.
Malar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Safidon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonipat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malar
According to the 2011 Census, Malar village had a total population of 2,966 people, including 1,586 males and 1,380 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.72%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 62.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337.
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 | 2,966 | 1,586 | 1,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 174 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,164 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 422 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Malar
Malar 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 Malar
Malar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Malar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jind to Malar is about 32 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 Malar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malar
Where is Malar located?
Malar village is located in Safidon Tehsil, Jind district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malar?
Malar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malar?
The pincode of Malar is 126112.
What is the population of Malar?
Malar had a total population of 2,966, including 1,586 males and 1,380 females.
How many households are there in Malar?
Malar had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malar was 73.72%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 62.35%.