Malpur - Chhorahi, Begusarai
Malpur is a village situated in the Chhorahi subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhorahi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Malpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpur is 237441. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 848202 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Malpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malpur village had a total population of 2,455 people, including 1,293 males and 1,162 females, living in 523 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.55%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 49.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 808, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,455 | 1,293 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 256 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 418 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 715 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 578 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Malpur
Malpur 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 Malpur
Malpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Malpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Malpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Malpur 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 Malpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malpur
Where is Malpur located?
Malpur village is located in Chhorahi Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpur?
Malpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malpur?
The pincode of Malpur is 848202.
What is the population of Malpur?
Malpur had a total population of 2,455, including 1,293 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Malpur?
Malpur had 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpur was 59.55%. Male literacy was 68.95% and female literacy was 49.15%.