Malla - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Malla is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla is 416270. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Baliguda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Malla 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 Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Malla village had a total population of 497 people, including 246 males and 251 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.73%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 39.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 497 | 246 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 152 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 94 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Malla
Malla 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 Malla
Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baliguda to Malla is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malla is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malla 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 Malla
Where is Malla located?
Malla village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Malla?
The pincode of Malla is 762011.
What is the population of Malla?
Malla had a total population of 497, including 246 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Malla?
Malla had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla was 56.73%. Male literacy was 74.15% and female literacy was 39.81%.