Malaya - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Malaya is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Malaya-1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaya is 501626. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.16 hectares and falls under the 484224 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Malaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malaya
According to the 2011 Census, Malaya village had a total population of 767 people, including 388 males and 379 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.16%, with male literacy at 62.11% and female literacy at 37.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 711.
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 | 767 | 388 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 711 | 359 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 200 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 188 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Malaya
Malaya 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 Malaya
Malaya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Burhar to Malaya is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Malaya is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malaya 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 Malaya
Where is Malaya located?
Malaya village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaya is Malaya-1.
What is the pincode of Malaya?
The pincode of Malaya is 484224.
What is the population of Malaya?
Malaya had a total population of 767, including 388 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Malaya?
Malaya had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaya was 50.16%. Male literacy was 62.11% and female literacy was 37.82%.