Malhan

Malhan is a village located in Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chandwa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Malhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Malhan has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Malhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malhan is 367593. The village spans a total geographical area of 2160 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829203. Candwa is nearest town to Malhan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Malhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Malhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,649 1,309 1,340
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 623 317 306
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,192 576 616
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 727 379 348
Literate Population 915 546 369
Illiterate Population 1,734 763 971

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

  • The total population of Malhan village is around 2,649, including approximately 1,309 males and 1,340 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 623 children aged 0–6 years in Malhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malhan village has 1,192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 727 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malhan village is about 34.54%, with male literacy at 41.71% and female literacy at 27.54%.
  • There are around 474 households in Malhan village.

Connectivity of Malhan

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

Nearby Villages of Malhan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Malhan

Where is Malhan located?
Malhan village is situated in Chandwa Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhan?
Malhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Malhan?
The pincode of Malhan is 829203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malhan is 2,649, with 1,309 males and 1,340 females.
How many households are there in Malhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malhan village has a total of 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malhan is 34.54%. The male literacy rate is 41.71%, while the female literacy rate is 27.54%.