Malpara - Belpara, Balangir
Malpara is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bagdor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpara is 420923. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Malpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malpara
According to the 2011 Census, Malpara village had a total population of 454 people, including 231 males and 223 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.86%, with male literacy at 60.31% and female literacy at 38.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 454 | 231 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 117 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 114 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Malpara
Malpara 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 Malpara
Malpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kantabanji to Malpara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Malpara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Malpara
Where is Malpara located?
Malpara village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpara is Bagdor.
What is the pincode of Malpara?
The pincode of Malpara is 767026.
What is the population of Malpara?
Malpara had a total population of 454, including 231 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Malpara?
Malpara had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpara was 49.86%. Male literacy was 60.31% and female literacy was 38.15%.