Malchaur - Bhorey, Gopalganj
Malchaur is a village situated in the Bhorey subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhorey and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Gopalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malchaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malchaur is 230074. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.08 hectares and falls under the 841426 pincode. Kataiya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Malchaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Malchaur
According to the 2011 Census, Malchaur village had a total population of 875 people, including 435 males and 440 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 54.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 875 | 435 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 302 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 133 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Malchaur
Malchaur 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 Malchaur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Malchaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kataiya to Malchaur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Malchaur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malchaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malchaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malchaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malchaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malchaur
Where is Malchaur located?
Malchaur village is located in Bhorey Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malchaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malchaur is Gopalapur.
What is the pincode of Malchaur?
The pincode of Malchaur is 841426.
What is the population of Malchaur?
Malchaur had a total population of 875, including 435 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Malchaur?
Malchaur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malchaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malchaur was 68.07%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 54.08%.