Malna
Malna is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Malna village is also a gram panchayat.
Malna has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malna is 040566. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249152. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Malna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malna
Population of Malna
Below is a concise population overview of Malna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 80 | 50 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malna village:
- The total population of Malna village is around 123, including approximately 68 males and 55 females, with a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Malna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malna village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Malna village is about 65.04%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 54.55%.
- There are around 26 households in Malna village.
Connectivity of Malna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malna. As per the 2011 stats, Malna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malna
Knowing the nearby villages of Malna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malna
- Where is Malna located?
- Malna village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malna?
- Malna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Malna?
- The pincode of Malna is 249152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malna is 123, with 68 males and 55 females.
- How many households are there in Malna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malna village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malna is 65.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.53%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.