Malkowal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Malkowal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Malkowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkowal is 032027. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Malkowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkowal
According to the 2011 Census, Malkowal village had a total population of 1,003 people, including 518 males and 485 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.37%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 1,003 | 518 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 415 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 103 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Malkowal
Malkowal 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 Malkowal
Public transport in the Malkowal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hoshiarpur to Malkowal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malkowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malkowal
Where is Malkowal located?
Malkowal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malkowal?
Malkowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malkowal?
The pincode of Malkowal is 144527.
What is the population of Malkowal?
Malkowal had a total population of 1,003, including 518 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Malkowal?
Malkowal had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkowal was 84.37%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 76.92%.