Mala
Mala is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Malla is the gram panchayat of Mala village.
Here you can discover what makes Mala unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Mala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mala is 005419. The village spans a total geographical area of 2465.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181206. Sunderban is nearest town to Mala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Mala
Population of Mala
According to the 2011 Census, Mala has a total population of about 1,568, with approximately 803 males and 765 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 561 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.03%, with male literacy at about 67.37% and female literacy near 54.38%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 803 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 287 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 541 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 262 | 349 |
Connectivity of Mala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mala. As per the 2011 stats, Mala 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 Mala
Knowing the nearby villages of Mala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mala
- Where is Mala located?
- Mala village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mala is Malla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mala?
- The pincode of Mala is 181206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mala is 1,568, with 803 males and 765 females.
- How many households are there in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mala village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mala is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 67.37%, while the female literacy rate is 54.38%.