Malkunda - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Malkunda is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Baharagora and around 110 km from Jamshedpur. Rajlabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkunda is 364664. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Malkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Malkunda village had a total population of 590 people, including 326 males and 264 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.09%, with male literacy at 66.19% and female literacy at 45.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 590 | 326 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 140 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 186 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 140 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Malkunda
Malkunda 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 Malkunda
Malkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Malkunda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malkunda
Where is Malkunda located?
Malkunda village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkunda is Rajlabandh.
What is the pincode of Malkunda?
The pincode of Malkunda is 832101.
What is the population of Malkunda?
Malkunda had a total population of 590, including 326 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Malkunda?
Malkunda had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkunda was 57.09%. Male literacy was 66.19% and female literacy was 45.81%.