Malara - Narayanganj, Mandla
Malara is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Padmi / Mohgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malara is 492730. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.17 hectares and falls under the 481662 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Malara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malara
According to the 2011 Census, Malara village had a total population of 323 people, including 165 males and 158 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 323 | 165 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 113 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Malara
Malara 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 Malara
Malara 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 5-10 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 Mandla to Malara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malara
Where is Malara located?
Malara village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malara?
The Gram Panchayat of Malara is Padmi / Mohgaon.
What is the pincode of Malara?
The pincode of Malara is 481662.
What is the population of Malara?
Malara had a total population of 323, including 165 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Malara?
Malara had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malara was 68.57%. Male literacy was 79.58% and female literacy was 57.25%.