Malai

Malai is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Malai village is also a gram panchayat.

Malai has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Malai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malai is 041834. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248487. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Malai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Malai

Below is a concise population overview of Malai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 580 277 303
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 35 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 172 82 90
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 432 233 199
Illiterate Population 148 44 104

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malai village:

  • The total population of Malai village is around 580, including approximately 277 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Malai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malai village has 172 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Malai village is about 74.48%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 65.68%.
  • There are around 124 households in Malai village.

Connectivity of Malai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malai. As per the 2011 stats, Malai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malai

Knowing the nearby villages of Malai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malai.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malai

Where is Malai located?
Malai village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malai?
Malai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Malai?
The pincode of Malai is 248487, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malai is 580, with 277 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Malai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malai village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malai is 74.48%. The male literacy rate is 84.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.68%.