Malakera - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Malakera is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from Gochhapada and around 72 km from Phulbani. Luisingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malakera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malakera is 415083. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Malakera 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 Malakera
As per Census 2011, Malakera village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 16 males and 20 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malakera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 2 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Malakera
Malakera 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 Malakera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malakera.
| 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 Phulabani to Malakera is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malakera is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malakera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malakera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malakera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malakera 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 Malakera
Where is Malakera located?
Malakera village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malakera?
The Gram Panchayat of Malakera is Luisingi.
What is the pincode of Malakera?
The pincode of Malakera is 762002.
What is the population of Malakera?
Malakera has a total population of 36, including 16 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Malakera?
There are 8 households in Malakera.
What is the literacy rate in Malakera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malakera is 52.78%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 25.00%.