Malkuwa - Lanji, Balaghat
Malkuwa is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Khandaphari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkuwa is 498554. The village covers a total geographical area of 829.62 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Malkuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Malkuwa village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.93%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Malkuwa
Malkuwa 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 Malkuwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malkuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lanji to Malkuwa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Malkuwa is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malkuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkuwa 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 Malkuwa
Where is Malkuwa located?
Malkuwa village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkuwa is Khandaphari.
What is the pincode of Malkuwa?
The pincode of Malkuwa is 481222.
What is the population of Malkuwa?
Malkuwa had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Malkuwa?
Malkuwa had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkuwa was 37.93%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 40.00%.