Malana - Baroh, Kangra
Malana is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malana is 010151. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.77 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Malana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malana
As per Census 2011, Malana village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 60 males and 63 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Malana
Malana 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 Malana
Malana 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 <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 Dharmsala to Malana is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malana 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 Malana
Where is Malana located?
Malana village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malana?
The Gram Panchayat of Malana is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Malana?
The pincode of Malana is 176054.
What is the population of Malana?
Malana has a total population of 123, including 60 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Malana?
There are 27 households in Malana.
What is the literacy rate in Malana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malana is 65.04%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 57.14%.