Malhut - Darhal, Rajouri
Malhut is a village situated in the Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darhal and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Malhut village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhut is 001308. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.4 hectares and falls under the 185135 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Malhut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malhut
According to the 2011 Census, Malhut village had a total population of 1,185 people, including 623 males and 562 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.45%, with male literacy at 71.92% and female literacy at 50.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 442.
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 | 1,185 | 623 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 128 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 238 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 356 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 267 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Malhut
Malhut 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 Malhut
Malhut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Malhut is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malhut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malhut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malhut
Where is Malhut located?
Malhut village is located in Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Malhut?
Malhut is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malhut?
The pincode of Malhut is 185135.
What is the population of Malhut?
Malhut had a total population of 1,185, including 623 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Malhut?
Malhut had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhut was 61.45%. Male literacy was 71.92% and female literacy was 50.11%.