Malari - Joshimath, Chamoli
Malari is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Malari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malari is 040892. The village covers a total geographical area of 10073.45 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Malari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malari
As per Census 2011, Malari village has a total population of 1,933 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 506 females. The village has 1,076 households and a sex ratio of 354 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 911 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,933 | 1,427 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 62 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 911 | 478 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 1,214 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 213 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Malari
Malari 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 Malari
Malari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Joshimath to Malari is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Malari is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malari 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 Malari
Where is Malari located?
Malari village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malari?
Malari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malari?
The pincode of Malari is 246443.
What is the population of Malari?
Malari has a total population of 1,933, including 1,427 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Malari?
There are 1,076 households in Malari.
What is the literacy rate in Malari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malari is 81.43%. Male literacy is 85.07% and female literacy is 71.15%.