Ghargaon Malla - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Ghargaon Malla is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Dhari and around 95 km from Nainital. Jhargaon Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghargaon Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghargaon Malla is 055049. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.13 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ghargaon Malla 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghargaon Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Ghargaon Malla village had a total population of 356 people, including 166 males and 190 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 95.49% and female literacy at 67.74%.
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 | 356 | 166 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 39 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Ghargaon Malla
Ghargaon 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 Ghargaon Malla
Public transport in the Ghargaon Malla is mainly available through bus 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 Bhimtal to Ghargaon Malla is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Ghargaon Malla is about 95 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 Ghargaon Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghargaon 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 Ghargaon 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 Ghargaon Malla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghargaon Malla
Where is Ghargaon Malla located?
Ghargaon Malla village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghargaon Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghargaon Malla is Jhargaon Malla.
What is the pincode of Ghargaon Malla?
The pincode of Ghargaon Malla is 263157.
What is the population of Ghargaon Malla?
Ghargaon Malla had a total population of 356, including 166 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Ghargaon Malla?
Ghargaon Malla had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghargaon Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghargaon Malla was 80.56%. Male literacy was 95.49% and female literacy was 67.74%.