Malla Dauda - Ranikhet, Almora
Malla Dauda 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Hadoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Dauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Dauda is 052356. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.73 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malla Dauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Dauda
As per Census 2011, Malla Dauda village has a total population of 7 people, consisting of 4 males and 3 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. The village has 6 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malla Dauda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Dauda
Malla Dauda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakote | South-East | 0.55 km |
| Miloti | North | 0.70 km |
| Hadoli | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Malli Saloni | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Sanara | East | 1.28 km |
| Talla Dauda | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Naula | North | 1.89 km |
| Sainari | West | 1.94 km |
| Sindur Khand | East | 2.04 km |
| Pastorawar | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malla Dauda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Malla Dauda. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 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 Ranikhet to Malla Dauda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Dauda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Dauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Dauda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malla Dauda
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 Dauda 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 Dauda
Where is Malla Dauda located?
Malla Dauda village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malla Dauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Dauda is Hadoli.
What is the pincode of Malla Dauda?
The pincode of Malla Dauda is 263664.
What is the population of Malla Dauda?
Malla Dauda has a total population of 7, including 4 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Malla Dauda?
There are 3 households in Malla Dauda.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Dauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Dauda is 85.71%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 66.67%.