Mala Jhula - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Mala Jhula is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Malajhula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mala Jhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mala Jhula is 049158. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.67 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mala Jhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mala Jhula
According to the 2011 Census, Mala Jhula village had a total population of 227 people, including 106 males and 121 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 92.71% and female literacy at 65.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 227 | 106 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 17 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Mala Jhula
Mala Jhula 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 Mala Jhula
Mala Jhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Mala Jhula is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mala Jhula is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mala Jhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mala Jhula 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mala Jhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mala Jhula 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mala Jhula
Where is Mala Jhula located?
Mala Jhula village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mala Jhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Mala Jhula is Malajhula.
What is the pincode of Mala Jhula?
The pincode of Mala Jhula is 262552.
What is the population of Mala Jhula?
Mala Jhula had a total population of 227, including 106 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Mala Jhula?
Mala Jhula had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mala Jhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mala Jhula was 78.22%. Male literacy was 92.71% and female literacy was 65.09%.