Malebadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Malebadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Siangbali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malebadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malebadi is 417447. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Malebadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malebadi
As per Census 2011, Malebadi village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 170 males and 197 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,158 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malebadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 170 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 108 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 62 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Malebadi
Malebadi 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 Malebadi
Malebadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Malebadi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malebadi is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malebadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malebadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malebadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malebadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malebadi
Where is Malebadi located?
Malebadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malebadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Malebadi is Siangbali.
What is the pincode of Malebadi?
The pincode of Malebadi is 762021.
What is the population of Malebadi?
Malebadi has a total population of 367, including 170 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Malebadi?
There are 77 households in Malebadi.
What is the literacy rate in Malebadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malebadi is 54.22%. Male literacy is 63.53% and female literacy is 46.19%.