Mal - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Mal is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Lansdowne and around 111 km from Pauri. Kothar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mal is 047269. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.02 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Mal village had a total population of 78 people, including 29 males and 49 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,690 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 78 | 29 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 3 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Mal
Mal 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 Mal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mal.
| 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 Lansdowne to Mal is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Mal is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mal
Where is Mal located?
Mal village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mal is Kothar.
What is the pincode of Mal?
The pincode of Mal is 246123.
What is the population of Mal?
Mal had a total population of 78, including 29 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Mal?
Mal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mal was 79.10%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 69.23%.