Malwas - Churah, Chamba
Malwas is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 94 km from Chamba. Junas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwas is 006808. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Malwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malwas
According to the 2011 Census, Malwas village had a total population of 179 people, including 94 males and 85 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.40%, with male literacy at 57.83% and female literacy at 35.21%.
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 | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Malwas
Malwas 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 Malwas
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malwas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Malwas is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwas 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malwas
Where is Malwas located?
Malwas village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Malwas is Junas.
What is the pincode of Malwas?
The pincode of Malwas is 176316.
What is the population of Malwas?
Malwas had a total population of 179, including 94 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Malwas?
Malwas had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwas was 47.40%. Male literacy was 57.83% and female literacy was 35.21%.