Maldah

Maldah is a village located in Barbigha subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barbigha (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Sheikhpura. As per 2009 stats, Maldah village is also a gram panchayat.

Maldah has its own place in the vibrant Sheikhpura 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 Maldah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maldah is 243865. The village spans a total geographical area of 889 hectares. Barbigha is nearest town to Maldah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Maldah

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,264 3,757 3,507
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,284 653 631
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,183 608 575
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,241 2,496 1,745
Illiterate Population 3,023 1,261 1,762

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

  • The total population of Maldah village is around 7,264, including approximately 3,757 males and 3,507 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,284 children aged 0–6 years in Maldah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maldah village has 1,183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maldah village is about 58.38%, with male literacy at 66.44% and female literacy at 49.76%.
  • There are around 1,129 households in Maldah village.

Connectivity of Maldah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maldah. As per the 2011 stats, Maldah 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 Maldah

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

Mahamda Dumri Bhadarthi Sarba Milki Chak Esmailpur Milki Bari Milki Chhotki Milki Haidar Chak Rahincha

Frequently Asked Questions about Maldah

Where is Maldah located?
Maldah village is situated in Barbigha Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maldah?
Maldah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Maldah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maldah is 7,264, with 3,757 males and 3,507 females.
How many households are there in Maldah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maldah village has a total of 1,129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maldah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maldah is 58.38%. The male literacy rate is 66.44%, while the female literacy rate is 49.76%.