Malani - Rajpura, Samba
Malani is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Samba and around 17 km from Samba. Chak Dulma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malani is 006627. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Malani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malani
According to the 2011 Census, Malani village had a total population of 252 people, including 127 males and 125 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.63%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 60.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 43 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Malani
Malani 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 Malani
Malani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Samba to Malani is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malani
Where is Malani located?
Malani village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malani?
The Gram Panchayat of Malani is Chak Dulma.
What is the pincode of Malani?
The pincode of Malani is 181145.
What is the population of Malani?
Malani had a total population of 252, including 127 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Malani?
Malani had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malani was 69.63%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 60.75%.