Maldi - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Maldi is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bhasurari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maldi is 216619. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.14 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maldi
As per Census 2011, Maldi village has a total population of 1,926 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 920 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 1,285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maldi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,926 | 1,006 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 243 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 170 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 411 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,285 | 595 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Maldi
Maldi 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 Maldi
Public transport in the Maldi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maldi.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Maldi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Maldi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maldi 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 Maldi
Where is Maldi located?
Maldi village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Maldi is Bhasurari.
What is the pincode of Maldi?
The pincode of Maldi is 845451.
What is the population of Maldi?
Maldi has a total population of 1,926, including 1,006 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Maldi?
There are 360 households in Maldi.
What is the literacy rate in Maldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maldi is 33.28%. Male literacy is 40.85% and female literacy is 25.00%.