Malbhuin - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Malbhuin is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malbhuin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malbhuin is 415599. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Malbhuin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malbhuin
According to the 2011 Census, Malbhuin village had a total population of 118 people, including 58 males and 60 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Malbhuin
Malbhuin 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 Malbhuin
Malbhuin 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 Phulabani to Malbhuin is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malbhuin is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malbhuin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malbhuin 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malbhuin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malbhuin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malbhuin
Where is Malbhuin located?
Malbhuin village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malbhuin?
The Gram Panchayat of Malbhuin is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Malbhuin?
The pincode of Malbhuin is 762012.
What is the population of Malbhuin?
Malbhuin had a total population of 118, including 58 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Malbhuin?
Malbhuin had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malbhuin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malbhuin was 73.27%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 60.00%.