Malichua - Debagarh, Deogarh
Malichua is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Reamal and around 38 km from Debagarh. Dholpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malichua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malichua is 383308. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Malichua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malichua
As per Census 2011, Malichua village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 70 males and 60 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malichua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 53 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Malichua
Malichua 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 Malichua
Malichua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Debagarh to Malichua is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Malichua is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malichua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malichua 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 Malichua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malichua 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 Malichua
Where is Malichua located?
Malichua village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malichua?
The Gram Panchayat of Malichua is Dholpada.
What is the pincode of Malichua?
The pincode of Malichua is 768109.
What is the population of Malichua?
Malichua has a total population of 130, including 70 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Malichua?
There are 28 households in Malichua.
What is the literacy rate in Malichua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malichua is 63.08%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 48.33%.