Mala - Someshwar, Almora
Mala is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mala is 053348. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.86 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Mala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Mala
As per Census 2011, Mala village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 195 males and 243 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,246 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 195 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 95 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 160 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 35 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Mala
Mala 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 Mala
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mala.
| 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 Almora to Mala is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mala
Where is Mala located?
Mala village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mala?
Mala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mala?
The pincode of Mala is 263629.
What is the population of Mala?
Mala has a total population of 438, including 195 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Mala?
There are 93 households in Mala.
What is the literacy rate in Mala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mala is 76.48%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 72.02%.