Malai - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Malai is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Sangana serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Malai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malai is 004687. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.8 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Malai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malai
According to the 2011 Census, Malai village had a total population of 271 people, including 141 males and 130 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.15%, with male literacy at 71.19% and female literacy at 44.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 84 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 57 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Malai
Malai 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 Malai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Malai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malai 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 Malai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malai
Where is Malai located?
Malai village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Malai?
The Halqa Panchayat of Malai is Sangana.
What is the pincode of Malai?
The pincode of Malai is 182204.
What is the population of Malai?
Malai had a total population of 271, including 141 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Malai?
Malai had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malai was 58.15%. Male literacy was 71.19% and female literacy was 44.04%.