Malapara - Bangomunda, Balangir
Malapara is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangomunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kapilabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malapara is 421330. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 767040 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malapara
According to the 2011 Census, Malapara village had a total population of 187 people, including 97 males and 90 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 67 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 30 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Malapara
Malapara 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 Malapara
Malapara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Khariar Road to Malapara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Malapara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malapara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malapara 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 Malapara
Where is Malapara located?
Malapara village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Malapara is Kapilabhata.
What is the pincode of Malapara?
The pincode of Malapara is 767040.
What is the population of Malapara?
Malapara had a total population of 187, including 97 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Malapara?
Malapara had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malapara was 62.58%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 40.54%.