Malladesh - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Malladesh is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Malladesh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malladesh is 050587. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.63 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Malladesh 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 Malladesh
According to the 2011 Census, Malladesh village had a total population of 701 people, including 356 males and 345 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.03%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 71.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 701 | 356 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 290 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 66 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Malladesh
Malladesh 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 Malladesh
Malladesh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Malladesh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malladesh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malladesh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malladesh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malladesh 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 Malladesh
Where is Malladesh located?
Malladesh village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malladesh?
Malladesh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malladesh?
The pincode of Malladesh is 263679.
What is the population of Malladesh?
Malladesh had a total population of 701, including 356 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Malladesh?
Malladesh had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malladesh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malladesh was 81.03%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 71.10%.