Malijharpalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Malijharpalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Badagada and around 89 km from Chatrapur. Manikyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malijharpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malijharpalli is 411121. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Malijharpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malijharpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Malijharpalli village had a total population of 264 people, including 132 males and 132 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.99%, with male literacy at 58.93% and female literacy at 22.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 264 | 132 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 66 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 66 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Malijharpalli
Malijharpalli 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 Malijharpalli
Malijharpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Asika to Malijharpalli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Malijharpalli is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malijharpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malijharpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malijharpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malijharpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malijharpalli
Where is Malijharpalli located?
Malijharpalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malijharpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Malijharpalli is Manikyapur.
What is the pincode of Malijharpalli?
The pincode of Malijharpalli is 761109.
What is the population of Malijharpalli?
Malijharpalli had a total population of 264, including 132 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Malijharpalli?
Malijharpalli had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malijharpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malijharpalli was 40.99%. Male literacy was 58.93% and female literacy was 22.73%.