Malkana

Malkana is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Malkana village is also a gram panchayat.

Malkana has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Malkana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkana is 027637. The village spans a total geographical area of 74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Malkana village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Malkana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 313 167 146
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 24 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 33 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 212 113 99
Illiterate Population 101 54 47

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

  • The total population of Malkana village is around 313, including approximately 167 males and 146 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Malkana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malkana village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Malkana village is about 67.73%, with male literacy at 67.66% and female literacy at 67.81%.
  • There are around 72 households in Malkana village.

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Man Mangal Sharaf Chak Baironpur Nangal Farida Salowal Hayati Chak Sherpur Giddarpur Danour Lahri Gujran Thakarpur Tango Shah

Frequently Asked Questions about Malkana

Where is Malkana located?
Malkana village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur 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 145025, 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 313, with 167 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malkana village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkana is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 67.66%, while the female literacy rate is 67.81%.