Mallah - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Mallah is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 75 km from Akhnoor and around 103 km from Jammu. Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallah is 005419. The village covers a total geographical area of 2465.4 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Sunderban is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mallah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mallah
According to the 2011 Census, Mallah village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 803 males and 765 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 78.75% and female literacy at 62.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 561, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mallah
Mallah 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 Mallah
Public transport in the Mallah is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunderban to Mallah is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mallah is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mallah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mallah
Where is Mallah located?
Mallah village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallah?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallah is Malla.
What is the pincode of Mallah?
The pincode of Mallah is 181203.
What is the population of Mallah?
Mallah had a total population of 1,568, including 803 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Mallah?
Mallah had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mallah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallah was 70.73%. Male literacy was 78.75% and female literacy was 62.46%.