Maal - Tharali, Chamoli
Maal is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Mal Bajwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maal is 041711. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.6 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Maal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maal
As per Census 2011, Maal village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 66 males and 108 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,636 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 66 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 8 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Maal
Maal 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 Maal
Maal 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 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 Maal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Maal is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maal 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 Maal
Where is Maal located?
Maal village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maal?
The Gram Panchayat of Maal is Mal Bajwad.
What is the pincode of Maal?
The pincode of Maal is 246481.
What is the population of Maal?
Maal has a total population of 174, including 66 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Maal?
There are 44 households in Maal.
What is the literacy rate in Maal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maal is 72.41%. Male literacy is 87.88% and female literacy is 62.96%.