Mal Suna - Kanda, Bageshwar
Mal Suna is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Malsuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mal Suna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mal Suna is 050819. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.73 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mal Suna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mal Suna
As per Census 2011, Mal Suna village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 182 males and 246 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,351 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mal Suna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 182 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 149 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 33 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Mal Suna
Mal Suna 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 Mal Suna
Mal Suna 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 Bageshwar to Mal Suna is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mal Suna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mal Suna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mal Suna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mal Suna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mal Suna
Where is Mal Suna located?
Mal Suna village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mal Suna?
The Gram Panchayat of Mal Suna is Malsuna.
What is the pincode of Mal Suna?
The pincode of Mal Suna is 263640.
What is the population of Mal Suna?
Mal Suna has a total population of 428, including 182 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Mal Suna?
There are 128 households in Mal Suna.
What is the literacy rate in Mal Suna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mal Suna is 65.65%. Male literacy is 81.87% and female literacy is 53.66%.