Malla - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Malla is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Yamkeshwar and around 140 km from Pauri. Mala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla is 048643. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.81 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Malla village had a total population of 875 people, including 450 males and 425 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 61.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 875 | 450 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 337 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 113 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Malla
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 Malla
Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rishikesh to Malla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Malla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Malla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malla
Where is Malla located?
Malla village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla is Mala.
What is the pincode of Malla?
The pincode of Malla is 246121.
What is the population of Malla?
Malla had a total population of 875, including 450 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Malla?
Malla had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla was 74.03%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 61.97%.