Bangaon Malla - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Bangaon Malla is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Banagoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangaon Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangaon Malla is 041446. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.89 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bangaon Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bangaon Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Bangaon Malla village had a total population of 100 people, including 52 males and 48 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 65.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Bangaon Malla
Bangaon Malla 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 Bangaon Malla
Bangaon Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Karnaprayag to Bangaon Malla is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bangaon Malla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangaon Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangaon Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangaon Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangaon Malla 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 Bangaon Malla
Where is Bangaon Malla located?
Bangaon Malla village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bangaon Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangaon Malla is Banagoan.
What is the pincode of Bangaon Malla?
The pincode of Bangaon Malla is 246474.
What is the population of Bangaon Malla?
Bangaon Malla had a total population of 100, including 52 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Bangaon Malla?
Bangaon Malla had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangaon Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangaon Malla was 82.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 65.91%.