Malota
Malota is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Panshei is the gram panchayat of Malota village.
Malota has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 Malota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malota is 004261. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Doda is nearest town to Malota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malota 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 Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malota
Population of Malota
Below is a concise population overview of Malota 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 | 766 | 404 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 463 | 289 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 115 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malota village:
- The total population of Malota village is around 766, including approximately 404 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Malota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Malota village is about 60.44%, with male literacy at 71.53% and female literacy at 48.07%.
- There are around 122 households in Malota village.
Connectivity of Malota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malota. As per the 2011 stats, Malota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malota
Knowing the nearby villages of Malota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malota
- Where is Malota located?
- Malota village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malota is Panshei (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malota?
- The pincode of Malota is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malota is 766, with 404 males and 362 females.
- How many households are there in Malota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malota village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malota is 60.44%. The male literacy rate is 71.53%, while the female literacy rate is 48.07%.