Malpada - Sinapali, Nuapada
Malpada is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jharbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpada is 422164. The village covers a total geographical area of 307 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Malpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malpada
According to the 2011 Census, Malpada village had a total population of 1,146 people, including 582 males and 564 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.43%, with male literacy at 61.49% and female literacy at 28.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,146 | 582 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 297 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 285 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Malpada
Malpada 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 Malpada
Malpada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Malpada is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Malpada is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpada 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 Malpada
Where is Malpada located?
Malpada village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpada is Jharbandh.
What is the pincode of Malpada?
The pincode of Malpada is 766108.
What is the population of Malpada?
Malpada had a total population of 1,146, including 582 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Malpada?
Malpada had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpada was 45.43%. Male literacy was 61.49% and female literacy was 28.85%.