Mala

Mala is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Malla Chhanna is the gram panchayat of Mala village.

Mala has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Mala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mala is 029795. The village spans a total geographical area of 322 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Mala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 472 243 229
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 18 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 126 63 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 309 173 136
Illiterate Population 163 70 93

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

  • The total population of Mala village is around 472, including approximately 243 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Mala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mala village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mala village is about 65.47%, with male literacy at 71.19% and female literacy at 59.39%.
  • There are around 88 households in Mala village.

Connectivity of Mala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mala. As per the 2011 stats, Mala 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mala

Knowing the nearby villages of Mala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mala.

Aliwal Bara Jagir Chak Chela Motipur Chachowal Talwara Sichewali Nihaluwal Badli Badshahpur Muridwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Mala

Where is Mala located?
Mala village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mala is Malla Chhanna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mala?
The pincode of Mala is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mala is 472, with 243 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mala village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mala is 65.47%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.39%.