Maliyal Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Maliyal Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malyal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maliyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maliyal Gaon is 052275. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.37 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Maliyal Gaon 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maliyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Maliyal Gaon village had a total population of 219 people, including 107 males and 112 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.11%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 12 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Maliyal Gaon
Maliyal Gaon 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 Maliyal Gaon
Maliyal Gaon 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 Maliyal Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Maliyal Gaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maliyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maliyal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maliyal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maliyal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maliyal Gaon
Where is Maliyal Gaon located?
Maliyal Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maliyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Maliyal Gaon is Malyal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Maliyal Gaon?
The pincode of Maliyal Gaon is 263652.
What is the population of Maliyal Gaon?
Maliyal Gaon had a total population of 219, including 107 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Maliyal Gaon?
Maliyal Gaon had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maliyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maliyal Gaon was 92.11%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.21%.