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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Malana village had a total population of 123 people, including 60 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.47%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 123, including 60 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Malana?
Malana had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malana was 75.47%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 66.67%.