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
As per Census 2011, Malkowal village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 518 males and 485 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 518 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,003, including 518 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Malkowal?
There are 203 households in Malkowal.
What is the literacy rate in Malkowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkowal is 74.28%. Male literacy is 80.12% and female literacy is 68.04%.