Malkana
Malkana is a village located in Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Talwandi Sabo (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bathinda. As per 2009 stats, Malkana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Malkana unique in its vibrant Talwandi Sabo-Bathinda region. You’ll see Malkana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Malkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkana is 035857. The village spans a total geographical area of 2448 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151301. Raman is nearest town to Malkana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Malkana
Population of Malkana
According to the 2011 Census, Malkana has a total population of about 4,714, with approximately 2,523 males and 2,191 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 492 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,489 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.68%, with male literacy at about 57.31% and female literacy near 45.18%. There are around 900 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malkana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,714 | 2,523 | 2,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 264 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,489 | 810 | 679 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,446 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,278 | 1,077 | 1,201 |
Connectivity of Malkana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malkana. As per the 2011 stats, Malkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malkana
Knowing the nearby villages of Malkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malkana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malkana
- Where is Malkana located?
- Malkana village is situated in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, within the Bathinda district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malkana?
- Malkana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Malkana?
- The pincode of Malkana is 151301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkana is 4,714, with 2,523 males and 2,191 females.
- How many households are there in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malkana village has a total of 900 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkana is 51.68%. The male literacy rate is 57.31%, while the female literacy rate is 45.18%.