Malhepura - Raniganj, Araria
Malhepura is a village situated in the Raniganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raniganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Koskapur South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malhepura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhepura is 221797. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 854334 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Malhepura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Malhepura
According to the 2011 Census, Malhepura village had a total population of 299 people, including 157 males and 142 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.20%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 15.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 45 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 112 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Malhepura
Malhepura 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 Malhepura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malhepura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Malhepura is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malhepura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhepura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malhepura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhepura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malhepura
Where is Malhepura located?
Malhepura village is located in Raniganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malhepura?
The Gram Panchayat of Malhepura is Koskapur South.
What is the pincode of Malhepura?
The pincode of Malhepura is 854334.
What is the population of Malhepura?
Malhepura had a total population of 299, including 157 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Malhepura?
Malhepura had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhepura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhepura was 25.20%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 15.32%.