Malahar

Malahar is a village located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Malahar village. As per 2009 stats, Champasari is the gram panchayat of Malahar village.

Malahar has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Malahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malahar is 306527. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734010. Siliguri is nearest town to Malahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Malahar

Below is a concise population overview of Malahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 376 192 184
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 29 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 62 36 26
Literate Population 262 147 115
Illiterate Population 114 45 69

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malahar village:

  • The total population of Malahar village is around 376, including approximately 192 males and 184 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Malahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malahar village has 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malahar village is about 69.68%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 71 households in Malahar village.

Connectivity of Malahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malahar. As per the 2011 stats, Malahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Malahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malahar.

Dariagramer Chhat Sisabari Rupan Chhat Palash Kalabari Mahishmari Jadubhitar Chhat Damragayer Chhat Mahatram Udaysing Salbari Chhat Pratham Khanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Malahar

Where is Malahar located?
Malahar village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malahar is Champasari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Malahar?
The pincode of Malahar is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malahar is 376, with 192 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malahar village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malahar is 69.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.56%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.