Mulkiar

Mulkiar is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Mulkiar village. As per 2009 stats, Dand is the gram panchayat of Mulkiar village.

Here you can discover what makes Mulkiar unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Mulkiar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Mulkiar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mulkiar is 007160. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Mulkiar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Mulkiar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mulkiar

According to the 2011 Census, Mulkiar has a total population of about 294, with approximately 172 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 709 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.38%, with male literacy at about 68.02% and female literacy near 30.33%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mulkiar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 294 172 122
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 25 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 68 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 154 117 37
Illiterate Population 140 55 85

Connectivity of Mulkiar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mulkiar. As per the 2011 stats, Mulkiar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mulkiar

Knowing the nearby villages of Mulkiar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mulkiar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mulkiar

Where is Mulkiar located?
Mulkiar village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulkiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulkiar is Dand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mulkiar?
The pincode of Mulkiar is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mulkiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mulkiar is 294, with 172 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Mulkiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mulkiar village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mulkiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mulkiar is 52.38%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 30.33%.