Malai - Hathin, Palwal
Malai is a village situated in the Hathin tehsil of Palwal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hathin and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Palwal. Malai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malai is 063793. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 121103 pincode.
Malai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hathin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malai
As per Census 2011, Malai village has a total population of 7,990 people, consisting of 4,192 males and 3,798 females. The village has 1,163 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,999 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,053 literate and 4,937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,990 | 4,192 | 3,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,999 | 1,034 | 965 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 3,053 | 2,228 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,937 | 1,964 | 2,973 |
Nearby Villages of Malai
Malai 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 Malai
Malai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Palwal to Malai is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malai
Where is Malai located?
Malai village is located in Hathin Tehsil, Palwal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malai?
Malai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malai?
The pincode of Malai is 121103.
What is the population of Malai?
Malai has a total population of 7,990, including 4,192 males and 3,798 females.
How many households are there in Malai?
There are 1,163 households in Malai.
What is the literacy rate in Malai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malai is 38.21%. Male literacy is 53.15% and female literacy is 21.72%.