Malda Buzurg - Shambhuganj, Banka
Malda Buzurg is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chhatrahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malda Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malda Buzurg is 240441. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Malda Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Malda Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Malda Buzurg village had a total population of 663 people, including 379 males and 284 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 749 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.66%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 76.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324.
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 | 663 | 379 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 58 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 177 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 282 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 97 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Malda Buzurg
Malda Buzurg 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 Malda Buzurg
Malda Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Malda Buzurg is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Malda Buzurg is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malda Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malda Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malda Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malda Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Malda Buzurg
Where is Malda Buzurg located?
Malda Buzurg village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malda Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Malda Buzurg is Chhatrahar.
What is the pincode of Malda Buzurg?
The pincode of Malda Buzurg is 813211.
What is the population of Malda Buzurg?
Malda Buzurg had a total population of 663, including 379 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Malda Buzurg?
Malda Buzurg had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malda Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malda Buzurg was 82.66%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 76.00%.