Malkunda
Malkunda is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Saraskana is the gram panchayat of Malkunda village.
Malkunda has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkunda is 387868. The village spans a total geographical area of 182 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757051. Baripada is nearest town to Malkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Malkunda
Population of Malkunda
Below is a concise population overview of Malkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 235 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 128 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 130 | 181 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malkunda village:
- The total population of Malkunda village is around 509, including approximately 258 males and 251 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Malkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malkunda village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 461 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malkunda village is about 38.90%, with male literacy at 49.61% and female literacy at 27.89%.
- There are around 120 households in Malkunda village.
Connectivity of Malkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Malkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Malkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malkunda
- Where is Malkunda located?
- Malkunda village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malkunda is Saraskana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malkunda?
- The pincode of Malkunda is 757051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkunda is 509, with 258 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Malkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malkunda village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkunda is 38.90%. The male literacy rate is 49.61%, while the female literacy rate is 27.89%.