Malpara - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Malpara is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dhandamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpara is 420766. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 767038 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 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 648 people, including 302 males and 346 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.85%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 57.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 648 | 302 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 193 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 109 | 180 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Malpara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Malpara is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >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 Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpara is Dhandamunda.
What is the pincode of Malpara?
The pincode of Malpara is 767038.
What is the population of Malpara?
Malpara had a total population of 648, including 302 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Malpara?
Malpara had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpara was 66.85%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 57.24%.