Malikapada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Malikapada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Adasipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malikapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikapada is 415685. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Malikapada 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 Malikapada
As per Census 2011, Malikapada village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 156 males and 173 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malikapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 156 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 45 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Malikapada
Malikapada 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 Malikapada
Public transport in the Malikapada 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 Malikapada is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malikapada is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malikapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malikapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malikapada
Where is Malikapada located?
Malikapada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malikapada is Adasipada.
What is the pincode of Malikapada?
The pincode of Malikapada is 762029.
What is the population of Malikapada?
Malikapada has a total population of 329, including 156 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Malikapada?
There are 79 households in Malikapada.
What is the literacy rate in Malikapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikapada is 62.01%. Male literacy is 71.15% and female literacy is 53.76%.