Malikpur - Barara, Ambala
Malikpur is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Malikpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikpur is 057558. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 133205 pincode. Ambala Cantt. is the nearest town.
Malikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malikpur village had a total population of 711 people, including 384 males and 327 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 87.16% and female literacy at 74.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 711 | 384 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 292 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 92 | 113 |
Transport and Connectivity of Malikpur
Malikpur 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 Ambala to Malikpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Malikpur
Where is Malikpur located?
Malikpur village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikpur?
Malikpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malikpur?
The pincode of Malikpur is 133205.
What is the population of Malikpur?
Malikpur had a total population of 711, including 384 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Malikpur?
Malikpur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikpur was 81.48%. Male literacy was 87.16% and female literacy was 74.83%.