Meyon Malla - Ranikhet, Almora
Meyon Malla is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matilaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meyon Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meyon Malla is 052494. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.05 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Meyon Malla 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meyon Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Meyon Malla village had a total population of 386 people, including 185 males and 201 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.50%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 386 | 185 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 42 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Meyon Malla
Meyon Malla 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 Meyon Malla
Meyon Malla 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 Meyon Malla is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Meyon Malla is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meyon Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meyon Malla 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 Meyon Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meyon Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meyon Malla
Where is Meyon Malla located?
Meyon Malla village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meyon Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Meyon Malla is Matilaa.
What is the pincode of Meyon Malla?
The pincode of Meyon Malla is 263663.
What is the population of Meyon Malla?
Meyon Malla had a total population of 386, including 185 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Meyon Malla?
Meyon Malla had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meyon Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meyon Malla was 81.50%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 70.48%.