Malla Dhek - Lohaghat, Champawat
Malla Dhek is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Bandela Dek serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Dhek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Dhek is 054244. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.87 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Malla Dhek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Malla Dhek
According to the 2011 Census, Malla Dhek village had a total population of 60 people, including 29 males and 31 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Dhek
Malla Dhek 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 Malla Dhek
Malla Dhek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Lohaghat to Malla Dhek is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Malla Dhek is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Dhek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Dhek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malla Dhek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malla Dhek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malla Dhek
Where is Malla Dhek located?
Malla Dhek village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malla Dhek?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Dhek is Bandela Dek.
What is the pincode of Malla Dhek?
The pincode of Malla Dhek is 262524.
What is the population of Malla Dhek?
Malla Dhek had a total population of 60, including 29 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Malla Dhek?
Malla Dhek had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Dhek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Dhek was 77.78%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 67.86%.