Malekpur - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Malekpur is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Lunawada and around 60 km from Godhra. Malekpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malekpur is 518156. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.93 hectares and falls under the 389235 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malekpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malekpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malekpur village had a total population of 1,525 people, including 773 males and 752 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.41%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 61.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,525 | 773 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 554 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 219 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Malekpur
Malekpur 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 Malekpur
Malekpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Malekpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Malekpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malekpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malekpur 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 Malekpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malekpur 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 Malekpur
Where is Malekpur located?
Malekpur village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malekpur?
Malekpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malekpur?
The pincode of Malekpur is 389235.
What is the population of Malekpur?
Malekpur had a total population of 1,525, including 773 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Malekpur?
Malekpur had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malekpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malekpur was 71.41%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 61.76%.