Malapur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Malapur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Arilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malapur is 398251. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Malapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malapur
According to the 2011 Census, Malapur village had a total population of 426 people, including 218 males and 208 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.15%, with male literacy at 92.46% and female literacy at 85.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 426 | 218 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 184 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Malapur
Malapur 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 Malapur
Malapur 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 <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 Jagatsinghapur to Malapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malapur 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 Malapur
Where is Malapur located?
Malapur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malapur is Arilo.
What is the pincode of Malapur?
The pincode of Malapur is 754106.
What is the population of Malapur?
Malapur had a total population of 426, including 218 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Malapur?
Malapur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malapur was 89.15%. Male literacy was 92.46% and female literacy was 85.64%.