Malikpur - Gharaunda, Karnal
Malikpur is a village situated in the Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharaunda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Malikpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikpur is 059373. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 132114 pincode. Gharaunda 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 Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malikpur village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 711 males and 640 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.67%, with male literacy at 67.95% and female literacy at 54.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
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 | 1,351 | 711 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 152 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 405 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 306 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Malikpur
Malikpur 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 Malikpur
Malikpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Malikpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karnal to Malikpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Malikpur
Where is Malikpur located?
Malikpur village is located in Gharaunda Tehsil, Karnal 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 132114.
What is the population of Malikpur?
Malikpur had a total population of 1,351, including 711 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Malikpur?
Malikpur had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikpur was 61.67%. Male literacy was 67.95% and female literacy was 54.61%.