Maludkhas - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Maludkhas is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Malud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maludkhas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maludkhas is 410216. The village covers a total geographical area of 559 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Maludkhas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maludkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Maludkhas village had a total population of 3,222 people, including 1,686 males and 1,536 females, living in 675 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 90.39% and female literacy at 73.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,355.
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 | 3,222 | 1,686 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 177 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,355 | 694 | 661 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,377 | 1,364 | 1,013 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 322 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Maludkhas
Maludkhas 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 Maludkhas
Maludkhas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balugaon to Maludkhas is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Maludkhas is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maludkhas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maludkhas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maludkhas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maludkhas 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 Maludkhas
Where is Maludkhas located?
Maludkhas village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maludkhas?
The Gram Panchayat of Maludkhas is Malud.
What is the pincode of Maludkhas?
The pincode of Maludkhas is 752032.
What is the population of Maludkhas?
Maludkhas had a total population of 3,222, including 1,686 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Maludkhas?
Maludkhas had 675 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maludkhas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maludkhas was 82.39%. Male literacy was 90.39% and female literacy was 73.62%.