Malwa Utrad - Gida, Balotra
Malwa Utrad is a village situated in the Gida tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from Baytoo and around 95 km from Barmer. Cheebi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malwa Utrad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwa Utrad is 087101. The village covers a total geographical area of 652 hectares and falls under the 344802 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Malwa Utrad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malwa Utrad
According to the 2011 Census, Malwa Utrad village had a total population of 400 people, including 206 males and 194 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 61.01%.
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 | 400 | 206 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 144 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Malwa Utrad
Malwa Utrad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajberi Malwa | East | 1.82 km |
| Srawannadi | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Cheebi | West | 2.79 km |
| Malwa Goyalan | South | 3.36 km |
| Malwa Charnan | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Legonki Dhani | North | 3.46 km |
| Keraliya | South | 4.11 km |
| Sutharon Ki Dhani | North | 4.65 km |
| Lapundara Malvechhan | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Dholu | West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malwa Utrad
Public transport in the Malwa Utrad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gole, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Malwa Utrad is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Malwa Utrad is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwa Utrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwa Utrad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malwa Utrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwa Utrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malwa Utrad
Where is Malwa Utrad located?
Malwa Utrad village is located in Gida Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malwa Utrad?
The Gram Panchayat of Malwa Utrad is Cheebi.
What is the pincode of Malwa Utrad?
The pincode of Malwa Utrad is 344802.
What is the population of Malwa Utrad?
Malwa Utrad had a total population of 400, including 206 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Malwa Utrad?
Malwa Utrad had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malwa Utrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwa Utrad was 74.61%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 61.01%.