Malapura - Satlasana, Mahesana
Malapura is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Malapura-kevdasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malapura is 509195. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.32 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Malapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malapura
As per Census 2011, Malapura village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 481 males and 439 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 481 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 378 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 103 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Malapura
Malapura 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 Malapura
Malapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Malapura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Malapura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Malapura is about 65 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 Malapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malapura
Where is Malapura located?
Malapura village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Malapura is Malapura-kevdasan.
What is the pincode of Malapura?
The pincode of Malapura is 384325.
What is the population of Malapura?
Malapura has a total population of 920, including 481 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Malapura?
There are 187 households in Malapura.
What is the literacy rate in Malapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malapura is 65.65%. Male literacy is 78.59% and female literacy is 51.48%.