Malonj - Someshwar, Almora
Malonj is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malaunj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malonj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malonj is 053305. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.88 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Malonj 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 Malonj
According to the 2011 Census, Malonj village had a total population of 239 people, including 105 males and 134 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 64.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 239 | 105 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 37 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Malonj
Malonj 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 Malonj
Malonj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Malonj is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malonj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malonj 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 Malonj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malonj 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 Malonj
Where is Malonj located?
Malonj village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malonj?
The Gram Panchayat of Malonj is Malaunj.
What is the pincode of Malonj?
The pincode of Malonj is 263637.
What is the population of Malonj?
Malonj had a total population of 239, including 105 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Malonj?
Malonj had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malonj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malonj was 71.36%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 64.75%.