Mala

Mala is a village located in Baisi subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baisi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Harintor is the gram panchayat of Mala village.

Mala has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mala is 223995. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Mala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Mala

Below is a concise population overview of Mala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,656 836 820
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 309 142 167
Scheduled Castes (SC) 81 31 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 573 327 246
Illiterate Population 1,083 509 574

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mala village:

  • The total population of Mala village is around 1,656, including approximately 836 males and 820 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 309 children aged 0–6 years in Mala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mala village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mala village is about 34.60%, with male literacy at 39.11% and female literacy at 30.00%.
  • There are around 392 households in Mala village.

Connectivity of Mala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mala. As per the 2011 stats, Mala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mala

Knowing the nearby villages of Mala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mala.

Shakarbalia Bisari Bakharia Charmara Malharia Kamargaon Kharsota Harrampur Pahoria Majhua Kauanagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Mala

Where is Mala located?
Mala village is situated in Baisi Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mala is Harintor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mala is 1,656, with 836 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mala village has a total of 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mala is 34.60%. The male literacy rate is 39.11%, while the female literacy rate is 30.00%.