Malaruan - Bhograi, Balasore
Malaruan is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhograi and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Sunadharbasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malaruan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaruan is 391654. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Malaruan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malaruan
According to the 2011 Census, Malaruan village had a total population of 599 people, including 301 males and 298 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.95%, with male literacy at 93.12% and female literacy at 80.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 599 | 301 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 257 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 44 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Malaruan
Malaruan 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 Malaruan
Public transport in the Malaruan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Malaruan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Malaruan is about 73 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 Malaruan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malaruan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malaruan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malaruan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malaruan
Where is Malaruan located?
Malaruan village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaruan?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaruan is Sunadharbasan.
What is the pincode of Malaruan?
The pincode of Malaruan is 756038.
What is the population of Malaruan?
Malaruan had a total population of 599, including 301 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Malaruan?
Malaruan had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaruan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaruan was 86.95%. Male literacy was 93.12% and female literacy was 80.60%.