Bina Malla - Pokhari, Chamoli
Bina Malla is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Beena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bina Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bina Malla is 041200. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.76 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bina Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bina Malla
As per Census 2011, Bina Malla village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 112 males and 138 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,232 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bina Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 112 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 13 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Bina Malla
Bina 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 Bina Malla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bina Malla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bina Malla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bina Malla is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bina Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bina 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 Bina 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 Bina Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bina Malla
Where is Bina Malla located?
Bina Malla village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bina Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bina Malla is Beena.
What is the pincode of Bina Malla?
The pincode of Bina Malla is 246473.
What is the population of Bina Malla?
Bina Malla has a total population of 250, including 112 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bina Malla?
There are 53 households in Bina Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Bina Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bina Malla is 74.80%. Male literacy is 88.39% and female literacy is 63.77%.