Malhiana
Malhiana is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Malhiana village. As per 2009 stats, Malyana is the gram panchayat of Malhiana village.
Malhiana has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malhiana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malhiana is 024772. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171006. Shimla is nearest town to Malhiana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Malhiana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malhiana
Population of Malhiana
Below is a concise population overview of Malhiana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 362 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 307 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malhiana village:
- The total population of Malhiana village is around 749, including approximately 362 males and 387 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Malhiana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malhiana village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malhiana village is about 83.71%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 82.69%.
- There are around 179 households in Malhiana village.
Connectivity of Malhiana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malhiana. As per the 2011 stats, Malhiana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malhiana
Knowing the nearby villages of Malhiana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malhiana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malhiana
- Where is Malhiana located?
- Malhiana village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malhiana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malhiana is Malyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malhiana?
- The pincode of Malhiana is 171006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malhiana is 749, with 362 males and 387 females.
- How many households are there in Malhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malhiana village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malhiana is 83.71%. The male literacy rate is 84.81%, while the female literacy rate is 82.69%.