Mallipur - Soro, Balasore
Mallipur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Saknar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallipur is 393973. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Mallipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallipur
As per Census 2011, Mallipur village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 213 males and 195 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 213 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 16 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 175 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Mallipur
Mallipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakhar | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mukteswarpur | North | 1.13 km |
| Janhia | West | 1.24 km |
| Pannada | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Balanga | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Reoda | North | 1.91 km |
| Belapur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Ainri | East | 2.47 km |
| Simulia | North | 2.65 km |
| Tentei | South | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallipur
Mallipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Mallipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mallipur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mallipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mallipur
Where is Mallipur located?
Mallipur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallipur is Saknar.
What is the pincode of Mallipur?
The pincode of Mallipur is 756045.
What is the population of Mallipur?
Mallipur has a total population of 408, including 213 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Mallipur?
There are 119 households in Mallipur.
What is the literacy rate in Mallipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallipur is 74.02%. Male literacy is 82.16% and female literacy is 65.13%.