Malpona - Satari, North Goa
Malpona is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Cotodem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpona is 626838. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.1 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Malpona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malpona
As per Census 2011, Malpona village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 143 males and 134 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 55 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malpona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Malpona
Malpona 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 Malpona
Malpona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Malpona is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malpona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malpona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malpona
Where is Malpona located?
Malpona village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpona?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpona is Cotodem.
What is the pincode of Malpona?
The pincode of Malpona is 403506.
What is the population of Malpona?
Malpona has a total population of 277, including 143 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Malpona?
There are 70 households in Malpona.
What is the literacy rate in Malpona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpona is 80.14%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 75.37%.