Maldiha - Nala, Jamtara
Maldiha is a village situated in the Nala subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nala and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Dobna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maldiha is 372831. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode.
Maldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Maldiha
According to the 2011 Census, Maldiha village had a total population of 227 people, including 114 males and 113 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.72%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 28.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 60 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 54 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Maldiha
Maldiha 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 Maldiha
Maldiha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Maldiha is about 36 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 Maldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maldiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maldiha 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 Maldiha
Where is Maldiha located?
Maldiha village is located in Nala Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Maldiha is Dobna.
What is the pincode of Maldiha?
The pincode of Maldiha is 815355.
What is the population of Maldiha?
Maldiha had a total population of 227, including 114 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Maldiha?
Maldiha had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maldiha was 44.72%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 28.16%.