Malat - Kupvi, Shimla
Malat is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 217 km from Shimla. Malat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malat is 025668. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.4 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Malat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malat
According to the 2011 Census, Malat village had a total population of 199 people, including 103 males and 96 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 92.55% and female literacy at 71.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Malat
Malat 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 Malat
Malat 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Malat is about 217 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malat 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malat
Where is Malat located?
Malat village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malat?
Malat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malat?
The pincode of Malat is 171217.
What is the population of Malat?
Malat had a total population of 199, including 103 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Malat?
Malat had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malat was 82.42%. Male literacy was 92.55% and female literacy was 71.59%.