Malikatina - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Malikatina is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Sainkul and around 96 km from Kendujhar. Taruan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malikatina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikatina is 387346. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 758043 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Malikatina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikatina
According to the 2011 Census, Malikatina village had a total population of 282 people, including 137 males and 145 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Malikatina
Malikatina 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 Malikatina
Malikatina 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 Anandapur to Malikatina is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Malikatina is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malikatina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikatina 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malikatina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikatina 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malikatina
Where is Malikatina located?
Malikatina village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malikatina?
The Gram Panchayat of Malikatina is Taruan.
What is the pincode of Malikatina?
The pincode of Malikatina is 758043.
What is the population of Malikatina?
Malikatina had a total population of 282, including 137 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Malikatina?
Malikatina had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malikatina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikatina was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.