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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Malad village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 95 males and 89 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| 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 has a total population of 184, including 95 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Malad?
There are 41 households in Malad.
What is the literacy rate in Malad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malad is 69.02%. Male literacy is 81.05% and female literacy is 56.18%.