Malaikhaman - Sohela, Bargarh
Malaikhaman is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malaikhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaikhaman is 380290. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 768034 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Malaikhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malaikhaman
As per Census 2011, Malaikhaman village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 98 males and 85 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malaikhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Malaikhaman
Malaikhaman 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 Malaikhaman
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Malaikhaman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Padmapur to Malaikhaman is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Malaikhaman is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malaikhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malaikhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malaikhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malaikhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malaikhaman
Where is Malaikhaman located?
Malaikhaman village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaikhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaikhaman is Jhar.
What is the pincode of Malaikhaman?
The pincode of Malaikhaman is 768034.
What is the population of Malaikhaman?
Malaikhaman has a total population of 183, including 98 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Malaikhaman?
There are 47 households in Malaikhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Malaikhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaikhaman is 55.19%. Male literacy is 61.22% and female literacy is 48.24%.