Malhot - Kalol, Bilaspur
Malhot is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Bilaspur. Salwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhot is 019434. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.58 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Malhot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malhot
As per Census 2011, Malhot village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 218 males and 192 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malhot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 218 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 173 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Malhot
Malhot 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 Malhot
Malhot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilaspur to Malhot is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malhot
Where is Malhot located?
Malhot village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Malhot is Salwar.
What is the pincode of Malhot?
The pincode of Malhot is 174017.
What is the population of Malhot?
Malhot has a total population of 410, including 218 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Malhot?
There are 75 households in Malhot.
What is the literacy rate in Malhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhot is 71.95%. Male literacy is 79.36% and female literacy is 63.54%.