Malahar

Malahar is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Malahar has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Malahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malahar is 001659. The village spans a total geographical area of 1662 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184204. Billawar is nearest town to Malahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Malahar

Below is a concise population overview of Malahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,482 2,366 2,116
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 788 400 388
Scheduled Castes (SC) 437 219 218
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 623 316 307
Literate Population 2,328 1,524 804
Illiterate Population 2,154 842 1,312

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malahar village:

  • The total population of Malahar village is around 4,482, including approximately 2,366 males and 2,116 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 788 children aged 0–6 years in Malahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malahar village has 437 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malahar village is about 51.94%, with male literacy at 64.41% and female literacy at 38.00%.
  • There are around 712 households in Malahar village.

Connectivity of Malahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malahar. As per the 2011 stats, Malahar 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 Malahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Malahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malahar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malahar

Where is Malahar located?
Malahar village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Malahar?
The pincode of Malahar is 184204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malahar is 4,482, with 2,366 males and 2,116 females.
How many households are there in Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malahar village has a total of 712 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malahar is 51.94%. The male literacy rate is 64.41%, while the female literacy rate is 38.00%.