Malakot - Kondagaon
Malakot is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kondagaon and around 92 km from Jagdalpur. Malakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malakot is 448677. The village covers a total geographical area of 1793.43 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malakot
As per Census 2011, Malakot village has a total population of 2,644 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 1,383 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,644 | 1,261 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 178 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,070 | 986 | 1,084 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 684 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 577 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Malakot
Malakot 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 Malakot
Malakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Malakot is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Malakot is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malakot
Where is Malakot located?
Malakot village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malakot?
Malakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malakot?
The pincode of Malakot is 494226.
What is the population of Malakot?
Malakot has a total population of 2,644, including 1,261 males and 1,383 females.
How many households are there in Malakot?
There are 520 households in Malakot.
What is the literacy rate in Malakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malakot is 44.48%. Male literacy is 54.24% and female literacy is 35.57%.