Malpada
Malpada is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Patharla is the gram panchayat of Malpada village.
Malpada has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malpada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malpada is 422372. The village spans a total geographical area of 178 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Malpada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malpada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malpada
Population of Malpada
Below is a concise population overview of Malpada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 307 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 27 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 67 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 256 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 51 | 134 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malpada village:
- The total population of Malpada village is around 618, including approximately 307 males and 311 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Malpada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malpada village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 110 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malpada village is about 70.06%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 56.91%.
- There are around 157 households in Malpada village.
Connectivity of Malpada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malpada. As per the 2011 stats, Malpada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malpada
Knowing the nearby villages of Malpada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malpada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malpada
- Where is Malpada located?
- Malpada village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malpada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malpada is Patharla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malpada?
- The pincode of Malpada is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malpada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malpada is 618, with 307 males and 311 females.
- How many households are there in Malpada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malpada village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malpada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malpada is 70.06%. The male literacy rate is 83.39%, while the female literacy rate is 56.91%.