Maltura - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Maltura is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 100 km from Gopeshwar. Maltura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maltura is 041614. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.2 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Maltura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maltura
According to the 2011 Census, Maltura village had a total population of 57 people, including 30 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Maltura
Maltura 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 Maltura
Maltura 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 Karnaprayag to Maltura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Maltura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maltura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maltura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maltura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maltura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maltura
Where is Maltura located?
Maltura village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maltura?
Maltura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maltura?
The pincode of Maltura is 246481.
What is the population of Maltura?
Maltura had a total population of 57, including 30 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Maltura?
Maltura had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maltura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maltura was 84.00%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 75.00%.