Saliyana Malla - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Saliyana Malla is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Saliyana Malla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliyana Malla is 041466. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.62 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Saliyana Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saliyana Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Saliyana Malla village had a total population of 120 people, including 52 males and 68 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 61.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Saliyana Malla
Saliyana 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 Saliyana Malla
Saliyana Malla 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Saliyana Malla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Saliyana Malla is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saliyana Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliyana Malla 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 Saliyana 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 Saliyana 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 Saliyana Malla
Where is Saliyana Malla located?
Saliyana Malla village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saliyana Malla?
Saliyana Malla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saliyana Malla?
The pincode of Saliyana Malla is 246444.
What is the population of Saliyana Malla?
Saliyana Malla had a total population of 120, including 52 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Saliyana Malla?
Saliyana Malla had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saliyana Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliyana Malla was 73.53%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 61.02%.