Malera - Krishangarh, Solan
Malera is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mandhesar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malera is 021406. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Malera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malera
According to the 2011 Census, Malera village had a total population of 55 people, including 28 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.59%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Malera
Malera 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 Malera
Public transport in the Malera 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 Malera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malera
Where is Malera located?
Malera village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malera?
The Gram Panchayat of Malera is Mandhesar.
What is the pincode of Malera?
The pincode of Malera is 173236.
What is the population of Malera?
Malera had a total population of 55, including 28 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Malera?
Malera had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malera was 92.59%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.19%.