Malkoti - Pokhari, Chamoli
Malkoti is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkoti is 041161. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.25 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Malkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Malkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Malkoti village had a total population of 100 people, including 47 males and 53 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 65.22%.
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 | 47 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Malkoti
Malkoti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sera | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Tali Kansari | East | 2.23 km |
| Kailab | East | 3.31 km |
| Satiyana | East | 3.31 km |
| Harishankar | East | 4.10 km |
| Thalabair | East | 4.31 km |
| Nautha | East | 4.67 km |
| Ganiyala | East | 4.73 km |
| Majyadi | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Kimkholi | East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkoti
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Malkoti. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.3 km.
| 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 Malkoti is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Malkoti is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkoti 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 Malkoti
Where is Malkoti located?
Malkoti village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkoti is Sera.
What is the pincode of Malkoti?
The pincode of Malkoti is 246473.
What is the population of Malkoti?
Malkoti had a total population of 100, including 47 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Malkoti?
Malkoti had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkoti was 77.78%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 65.22%.