Malpada - Tarbha, Sonepur
Malpada is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from Tarbha and around 62 km from Subarnapur. Charvata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpada is 419811. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malpada
According to the 2011 Census, Malpada village had a total population of 46 people, including 23 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
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
Public transport in the Malpada is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tarbha to Malpada is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Malpada is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malpada
Where is Malpada located?
Malpada village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpada is Charvata.
What is the pincode of Malpada?
The pincode of Malpada is 767016.
What is the population of Malpada?
Malpada had a total population of 46, including 23 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Malpada?
Malpada had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpada was 70.00%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 57.14%.