Malamunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Malamunda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ganiapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malamunda is 380060. The village covers a total geographical area of 775 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Malamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malamunda
As per Census 2011, Malamunda village has a total population of 1,834 people, consisting of 884 males and 950 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 727 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 695 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 884 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 695 | 305 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 588 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 296 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Malamunda
Malamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chantipali | East | 2.34 km |
| Kermeli | North | 2.42 km |
| Jamutpali | South | 3.10 km |
| Bhundubahal | East | 3.75 km |
| Ganiapali | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Halankanasi | South | 3.92 km |
| Samarpali | West | 4.21 km |
| Jadaganjia | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Jhimbahal | North | 4.59 km |
| Baidpali | South-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malamunda
Malamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| 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 Padmapur to Malamunda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Malamunda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malamunda
Where is Malamunda located?
Malamunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malamunda is Ganiapali.
What is the pincode of Malamunda?
The pincode of Malamunda is 768037.
What is the population of Malamunda?
Malamunda has a total population of 1,834, including 884 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Malamunda?
There are 498 households in Malamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Malamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malamunda is 60.36%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 54.63%.