Ghota Malla - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Ghota Malla is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Kotdwara and around 96 km from Pauri. Ghota Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghota Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghota Malla is 048447. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.06 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ghota Malla 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 Ghota Malla
As per Census 2011, Ghota Malla village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 26 males and 35 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,346 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghota Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Ghota Malla
Ghota 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 Ghota Malla
Public transport in the Ghota Malla 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 Dogadda to Ghota Malla is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Ghota Malla is about 96 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 Ghota Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghota Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghota 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 Ghota Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghota Malla
Where is Ghota Malla located?
Ghota Malla village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghota Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghota Malla is Ghota Talla.
What is the pincode of Ghota Malla?
The pincode of Ghota Malla is 246144.
What is the population of Ghota Malla?
Ghota Malla has a total population of 61, including 26 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Ghota Malla?
There are 15 households in Ghota Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghota Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghota Malla is 72.13%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 65.71%.