Maliana - Theog, Shimla
Maliana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kalinda Matiana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maliana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maliana is 024951. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.8 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Maliana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Maliana
According to the 2011 Census, Maliana village had a total population of 76 people, including 41 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.51%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Maliana
Maliana 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 Maliana
Maliana 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 Shimla to Maliana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maliana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maliana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maliana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maliana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maliana
Where is Maliana located?
Maliana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maliana?
The Gram Panchayat of Maliana is Kalinda Matiana.
What is the pincode of Maliana?
The pincode of Maliana is 171201.
What is the population of Maliana?
Maliana had a total population of 76, including 41 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Maliana?
Maliana had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maliana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maliana was 84.51%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 78.79%.