Malmua - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Malmua is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malmua is 274020. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Malmua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malmua
According to the 2011 Census, Malmua village had a total population of 172 people, including 91 males and 81 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Malmua
Malmua 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 Malmua
Malmua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tura to Malmua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malmua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malmua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malmua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malmua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malmua
Where is Malmua located?
Malmua village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Malmua?
The pincode of Malmua is 794106.
What is the population of Malmua?
Malmua had a total population of 172, including 91 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Malmua?
Malmua had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malmua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malmua was 73.20%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 61.11%.