Malad - Thunag, Mandi
Malad is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Cheuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malad is 015127. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Malad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malad
According to the 2011 Census, Malad village had a total population of 184 people, including 95 males and 89 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.91%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Malad
Malad 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 Malad
Malad 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 Mandi to Malad is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malad
Where is Malad located?
Malad village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malad?
The Gram Panchayat of Malad is Cheuni.
What is the pincode of Malad?
The pincode of Malad is 175048.
What is the population of Malad?
Malad had a total population of 184, including 95 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Malad?
Malad had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malad was 77.91%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 64.10%.