Malawan - Darlaghat, Solan
Malawan is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanghoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malawan is 020337. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Malawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malawan
According to the 2011 Census, Malawan village had a total population of 359 people, including 195 males and 164 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.93%, with male literacy at 85.89% and female literacy at 73.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
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 | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 140 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 55 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Malawan
Malawan 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 Malawan
Malawan 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 Solan to Malawan is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malawan
Where is Malawan located?
Malawan village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Malawan is Sanghoi.
What is the pincode of Malawan?
The pincode of Malawan is 171102.
What is the population of Malawan?
Malawan had a total population of 359, including 195 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Malawan?
Malawan had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malawan was 79.93%. Male literacy was 85.89% and female literacy was 73.05%.