Maletha - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Maletha is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Devprayag and around 76 km from New Tehri. Maletha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maletha is 043336. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.4 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Maletha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Maletha
According to the 2011 Census, Maletha village had a total population of 1,172 people, including 574 males and 598 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.57%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 76.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 1,172 | 574 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 469 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 105 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Maletha
Maletha 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 Maletha
Public transport in the Maletha is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maletha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Maletha is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Maletha is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maletha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maletha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maletha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maletha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maletha
Where is Maletha located?
Maletha village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maletha?
Maletha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maletha?
The pincode of Maletha is 249161.
What is the population of Maletha?
Maletha had a total population of 1,172, including 574 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Maletha?
Maletha had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maletha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maletha was 84.57%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 76.05%.