Malota - Ranikhet, Almora
Malota is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dadhuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malota is 052364. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.16 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malota 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 Malota
As per Census 2011, Malota village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 30 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 1 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Malota
Malota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naphar | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Sarana | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Talla Dabhar | South | 1.45 km |
| Kunkoli | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Sewar Matiyani | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sanara | North | 2.09 km |
| Jakholi | East | 2.14 km |
| Nakote | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Sauni | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Sindur Khand | North | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malota
Public transport in the Malota is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 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 Malota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malota 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 Malota
Where is Malota located?
Malota village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malota?
The Gram Panchayat of Malota is Dadhuli.
What is the pincode of Malota?
The pincode of Malota is 263663.
What is the population of Malota?
Malota has a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Malota?
There are 12 households in Malota.
What is the literacy rate in Malota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malota is 79.63%. Male literacy is 96.67% and female literacy is 58.33%.