Malpura - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Malpura is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kuwar Pura Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpura is 458099. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.94 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Malpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malpura
According to the 2011 Census, Malpura village had a total population of 355 people, including 186 males and 169 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.67%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 48.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 355 | 186 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 93 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 93 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Malpura
Malpura 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 Malpura
Malpura 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Malpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Malpura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Malpura
Where is Malpura located?
Malpura village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpura is Kuwar Pura Kala.
What is the pincode of Malpura?
The pincode of Malpura is 471313.
What is the population of Malpura?
Malpura had a total population of 355, including 186 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Malpura?
Malpura had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpura was 54.67%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 48.51%.