Malla Surana - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Malla Surana is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Dwarahat and around 82 km from Almora. Talla Surana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Surana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Surana is 052652. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.3 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Malla Surana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Surana
According to the 2011 Census, Malla Surana village had a total population of 203 people, including 92 males and 111 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.22%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 52.94%.
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 | 203 | 92 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 76 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 16 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Surana
Malla Surana 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 Malla Surana
Public transport in the Malla Surana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Malla Surana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Surana is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Surana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Surana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malla Surana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malla Surana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Malla Surana
Where is Malla Surana located?
Malla Surana village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malla Surana?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Surana is Talla Surana.
What is the pincode of Malla Surana?
The pincode of Malla Surana is 263621.
What is the population of Malla Surana?
Malla Surana had a total population of 203, including 92 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Malla Surana?
Malla Surana had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Surana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Surana was 72.22%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 52.94%.