Malkana - Thakurdwara, Kangra
Malkana is a village situated in the Thakurdwara tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Dharmsala. Malkana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkana is 008782. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.62 hectares and falls under the 176403 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Malkana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkana
As per Census 2011, Malkana village has a total population of 1,048 people, consisting of 519 males and 529 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 750 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 519 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 399 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 120 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Malkana
Malkana 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 Malkana
Malkana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Malkana is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malkana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkana 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 Malkana
Where is Malkana located?
Malkana village is located in Thakurdwara Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkana?
Malkana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malkana?
The pincode of Malkana is 176403.
What is the population of Malkana?
Malkana has a total population of 1,048, including 519 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Malkana?
There are 210 households in Malkana.
What is the literacy rate in Malkana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkana is 71.56%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 66.35%.