Malla Garkhe - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Malla Garkhe is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 93 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Malla Garkha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Garkhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Garkhe is 050036. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.62 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Malla Garkhe 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Garkhe
According to the 2011 Census, Malla Garkhe village had a total population of 717 people, including 315 males and 402 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.08%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 69.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 717 | 315 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 104 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 245 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 70 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Garkhe
Malla Garkhe 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 Garkhe
Malla Garkhe 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 5-10 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 Pithoragarh to Malla Garkhe is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Garkhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Garkhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malla Garkhe
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 Garkhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malla Garkhe
Where is Malla Garkhe located?
Malla Garkhe village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malla Garkhe?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Garkhe is Malla Garkha.
What is the pincode of Malla Garkhe?
The pincode of Malla Garkhe is 262522.
What is the population of Malla Garkhe?
Malla Garkhe had a total population of 717, including 315 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Malla Garkhe?
Malla Garkhe had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Garkhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Garkhe was 79.08%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 69.78%.