Ghandiyal Malla - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Ghandiyal Malla is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Lansdowne and around 165 km from Pauri. Kandiya Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghandiyal Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghandiyal Malla is 047615. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.67 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Ghandiyal 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 Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghandiyal Malla
As per Census 2011, Ghandiyal Malla village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 108 males and 117 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghandiyal Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 108 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 24 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ghandiyal Malla
Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal Malla
Ghandiyal Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lansdowne to Ghandiyal Malla is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Ghandiyal Malla is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghandiyal Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghandiyal Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal Malla
Where is Ghandiyal Malla located?
Ghandiyal Malla village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghandiyal Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghandiyal Malla is Kandiya Malla.
What is the pincode of Ghandiyal Malla?
The pincode of Ghandiyal Malla is 246276.
What is the population of Ghandiyal Malla?
Ghandiyal Malla has a total population of 225, including 108 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Ghandiyal Malla?
There are 50 households in Ghandiyal Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghandiyal Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghandiyal Malla is 63.56%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 50.43%.