Madlak - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Madlak is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Lohaghat and around 43 km from Champawat. Marlak Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madlak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madlak is 054354. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.44 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Madlak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madlak
As per Census 2011, Madlak village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 155 males and 139 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madlak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 122 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 33 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Madlak
Madlak 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 Madlak
Public transport in the Madlak is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lohaghat to Madlak is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Madlak is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madlak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madlak 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 Madlak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madlak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Madlak
Where is Madlak located?
Madlak village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madlak?
The Gram Panchayat of Madlak is Marlak Pandey.
What is the pincode of Madlak?
The pincode of Madlak is 262524.
What is the population of Madlak?
Madlak has a total population of 294, including 155 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Madlak?
There are 70 households in Madlak.
What is the literacy rate in Madlak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madlak is 67.01%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 53.96%.