Malla Tajpur - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Malla Tajpur is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tajpur Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Tajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Tajpur is 051926. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.34 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Malla Tajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malla Tajpur
As per Census 2011, Malla Tajpur village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 97 males and 172 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,773 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malla Tajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 97 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 19 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 79 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 18 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Tajpur
Malla Tajpur 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 Tajpur
Malla Tajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ranikhet to Malla Tajpur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Tajpur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Tajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Tajpur 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 Malla Tajpur
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 Tajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malla Tajpur
Where is Malla Tajpur located?
Malla Tajpur village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malla Tajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Tajpur is Tajpur Malla.
What is the pincode of Malla Tajpur?
The pincode of Malla Tajpur is 263656.
What is the population of Malla Tajpur?
Malla Tajpur has a total population of 269, including 97 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Malla Tajpur?
There are 64 households in Malla Tajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Tajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Tajpur is 64.31%. Male literacy is 81.44% and female literacy is 54.65%.