Malur - Bhalai, Chamba
Malur is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malur is 007293. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.21 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Malur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malur
According to the 2011 Census, Malur village had a total population of 501 people, including 258 males and 243 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.10%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 48.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 501 | 258 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 169 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 89 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Malur
Malur 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 Malur
Malur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Malur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Malur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malur
Where is Malur located?
Malur village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malur is Gawalu.
What is the pincode of Malur?
The pincode of Malur is 176312.
What is the population of Malur?
Malur had a total population of 501, including 258 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Malur?
Malur had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malur was 64.10%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 48.02%.