Malkhoon - Rohru, Shimla
Malkhoon is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bashala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkhoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkhoon is 026443. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.67 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Malkhoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkhoon
As per Census 2011, Malkhoon village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 102 males and 98 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkhoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 73 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Malkhoon
Malkhoon 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 Malkhoon
Malkhoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Malkhoon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkhoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkhoon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malkhoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkhoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malkhoon
Where is Malkhoon located?
Malkhoon village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkhoon is Bashala.
What is the pincode of Malkhoon?
The pincode of Malkhoon is 171207.
What is the population of Malkhoon?
Malkhoon has a total population of 200, including 102 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Malkhoon?
There are 44 households in Malkhoon.
What is the literacy rate in Malkhoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkhoon is 59.50%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 46.94%.