Maldiha - Barhara, Purnia
Maldiha is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Arbanna Chakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maldiha is 223127. The village covers a total geographical area of 837 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Maldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maldiha
As per Census 2011, Maldiha village has a total population of 7,345 people, consisting of 3,837 males and 3,508 females. The village has 1,456 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,992 literate and 3,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maldiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,345 | 3,837 | 3,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,372 | 671 | 701 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,118 | 1,610 | 1,508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 190 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 3,992 | 2,249 | 1,743 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,353 | 1,588 | 1,765 |
Nearby Villages of Maldiha
Maldiha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arbana Chakla | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Patraha | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Urlaha Milik | North | 2.51 km |
| Bidanarean | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Urlaha | North | 2.97 km |
| Nirpur Milik | East | 3.16 km |
| Deori | South | 3.75 km |
| Bisaharia Got | West | 3.87 km |
| Nathpur | West | 4.48 km |
| Thari | North-East | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maldiha
Public transport in the Maldiha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghubans Nagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| 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 Banmankhi to Maldiha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Maldiha is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maldiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maldiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maldiha
Where is Maldiha located?
Maldiha village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Maldiha is Arbanna Chakala.
What is the pincode of Maldiha?
The pincode of Maldiha is 854203.
What is the population of Maldiha?
Maldiha has a total population of 7,345, including 3,837 males and 3,508 females.
How many households are there in Maldiha?
There are 1,456 households in Maldiha.
What is the literacy rate in Maldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maldiha is 54.35%. Male literacy is 58.61% and female literacy is 49.69%.