Malar - Bhanoli, Almora
Malar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malar is 053610. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.77 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Malar 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malar
According to the 2011 Census, Malar village had a total population of 306 people, including 131 males and 175 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,336 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 89.72% and female literacy at 58.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 306 | 131 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 35 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Malar
Malar 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 Malar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Malar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Malar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malar 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 Malar
Where is Malar located?
Malar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malar?
Malar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malar?
The pincode of Malar is 263622.
What is the population of Malar?
Malar had a total population of 306, including 131 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Malar?
Malar had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malar was 71.54%. Male literacy was 89.72% and female literacy was 58.22%.