Malsian - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Malsian is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malsian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malsian is 029832. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.58 hectares and falls under the 144701 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Malsian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malsian
As per Census 2011, Malsian village has a total population of 1,944 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 941 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,349 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malsian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,944 | 1,003 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 407 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 740 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 263 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Malsian
Malsian is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotli Gagran | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Laksian | East | 1.65 km |
| Akalpur | North | 2.17 km |
| Saidpur Jhiri | South | 2.40 km |
| Khanpur Rajputan | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Khurampur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Mussewal | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Sahla Nagar | East | 2.67 km |
| Namajipur | West | 2.72 km |
| Hirpur Saudan | West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malsian
Public transport in the Malsian is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Malsian Shahkot, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Malsian is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malsian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malsian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malsian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malsian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malsian
Where is Malsian located?
Malsian village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malsian?
The Gram Panchayat of Malsian is Dabri.
What is the pincode of Malsian?
The pincode of Malsian is 144701.
What is the population of Malsian?
Malsian has a total population of 1,944, including 1,003 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Malsian?
There are 376 households in Malsian.
What is the literacy rate in Malsian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malsian is 69.39%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 64.72%.