Mal Gadhi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Mal Gadhi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Devprayag and around 108 km from New Tehri. Malgarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mal Gadhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mal Gadhi is 043397. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.18 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mal Gadhi 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mal Gadhi
According to the 2011 Census, Mal Gadhi village had a total population of 310 people, including 123 males and 187 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,520 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 96.19% and female literacy at 57.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 310 | 123 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 22 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Mal Gadhi
Mal Gadhi 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 Mal Gadhi
Mal Gadhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kirtinagar to Mal Gadhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mal Gadhi is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mal Gadhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mal Gadhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mal Gadhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mal Gadhi 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 Mal Gadhi
Where is Mal Gadhi located?
Mal Gadhi village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mal Gadhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mal Gadhi is Malgarhi.
What is the pincode of Mal Gadhi?
The pincode of Mal Gadhi is 249161.
What is the population of Mal Gadhi?
Mal Gadhi had a total population of 310, including 123 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Mal Gadhi?
Mal Gadhi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mal Gadhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mal Gadhi was 72.53%. Male literacy was 96.19% and female literacy was 57.74%.