Malipada - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Malipada is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Pandapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malipada is 423075. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Malipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malipada
As per Census 2011, Malipada village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 70 males and 74 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 70 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 42 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 28 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Malipada
Malipada 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 Malipada
Malipada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Malipada is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malipada
Where is Malipada located?
Malipada village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malipada is Pandapadar.
What is the pincode of Malipada?
The pincode of Malipada is 766027.
What is the population of Malipada?
Malipada has a total population of 144, including 70 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Malipada?
There are 48 households in Malipada.
What is the literacy rate in Malipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malipada is 38.19%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 17.57%.