Malabhuin - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Malabhuin is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malabhuin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malabhuin is 415876. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Malabhuin 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 Malabhuin
According to the 2011 Census, Malabhuin village had a total population of 246 people, including 119 males and 127 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.38%, with male literacy at 70.48% and female literacy at 50.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 45 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Malabhuin
Malabhuin 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 Malabhuin
Public transport in the Malabhuin 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Malabhuin is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malabhuin is about 31 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 Malabhuin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malabhuin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malabhuin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malabhuin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malabhuin
Where is Malabhuin located?
Malabhuin village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malabhuin?
The Gram Panchayat of Malabhuin is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Malabhuin?
The pincode of Malabhuin is 762019.
What is the population of Malabhuin?
Malabhuin had a total population of 246, including 119 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Malabhuin?
Malabhuin had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malabhuin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malabhuin was 60.38%. Male literacy was 70.48% and female literacy was 50.47%.