Malikguda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Malikguda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Dabugan and around 72 km from Nabarangapur . Karagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malikguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikguda is 427581. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malikguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikguda
As per Census 2011, Malikguda village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 231 males and 218 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malikguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 231 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 167 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 86 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 145 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Malikguda
Malikguda 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 Malikguda
Malikguda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Malikguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Malikguda 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 Malikguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikguda 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 Malikguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikguda 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 Malikguda
Where is Malikguda located?
Malikguda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malikguda is Karagam.
What is the pincode of Malikguda?
The pincode of Malikguda is 764072.
What is the population of Malikguda?
Malikguda has a total population of 449, including 231 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Malikguda?
There are 99 households in Malikguda.
What is the literacy rate in Malikguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikguda is 30.51%. Male literacy is 37.23% and female literacy is 23.39%.