Malkana
About Malkana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Malkana village is 008782. Malkana village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 105km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Malkana village. As per 2009 stats, Surdwan is the gram panchayat of Malkana village.
The total geographical area of village is 353.62 hectares. Malkana has a total population of 1,048 peoples, out of which male population is 519 while female population is 529. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of malkana village is 71.56% out of which 76.88% males and 66.35% females are literate. There are about 210 houses in malkana village. Pincode of malkana village locality is 176403.
When it comes to administration, Malkana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Malkana village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Mukerian is nearest town to malkana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Malkana
The population details of Malkana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 519 | 529 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 399 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 120 | 178 |
Connectivity of Malkana
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malkana
Where is Malkana located?
Malkana village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkana?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkana is Surdwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Malkana?
The pincode of Malkana is 176403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkana is 1,048, with 519 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malkana village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkana is 71.56%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 66.35%.