Malkot Gaon - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Malkot Gaon is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Ghansali and around 96 km from New Tehri. Karna Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkot Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkot Gaon is 042797. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.99 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Malkot Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkot Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malkot Gaon village had a total population of 79 people, including 38 males and 41 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 84.38% and female literacy at 54.05%.
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 | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Malkot Gaon
Malkot Gaon 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 Malkot Gaon
Malkot Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malkot Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Malkot Gaon is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Malkot Gaon 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 Malkot Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkot Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malkot Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkot Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malkot Gaon
Where is Malkot Gaon located?
Malkot Gaon village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkot Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkot Gaon is Karna Gaon.
What is the pincode of Malkot Gaon?
The pincode of Malkot Gaon is 249125.
What is the population of Malkot Gaon?
Malkot Gaon had a total population of 79, including 38 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Malkot Gaon?
Malkot Gaon had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkot Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkot Gaon was 68.12%. Male literacy was 84.38% and female literacy was 54.05%.