Kaligad Malla - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Kaligad Malla is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Lansdowne and around 85 km from Pauri. Bulekha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaligad Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaligad Malla is 047529. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.35 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kaligad 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 Kaligad Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Kaligad Malla village had a total population of 82 people, including 39 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 84.21%.
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 | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kaligad Malla
Kaligad 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 Kaligad Malla
Public transport in the Kaligad Malla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kaligad Malla is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kaligad Malla is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaligad Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaligad 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 Kaligad 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 Kaligad Malla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaligad Malla
Where is Kaligad Malla located?
Kaligad Malla village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaligad Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaligad Malla is Bulekha.
What is the pincode of Kaligad Malla?
The pincode of Kaligad Malla is 246276.
What is the population of Kaligad Malla?
Kaligad Malla had a total population of 82, including 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Kaligad Malla?
Kaligad Malla had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaligad Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaligad Malla was 89.19%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 84.21%.