Malkapur - Shankarampet (A), Medak
Malkapur is a village situated in the Shankarampet (A) mandal of Medak district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shankarampet(a) and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangareddy. Gattukindi Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkapur is 572854. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 502290 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Malkapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malkapur
As per Census 2011, Malkapur village has a total population of 1,896 people, consisting of 958 males and 938 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 1,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,896 | 958 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 177 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 510 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 448 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Malkapur
Malkapur 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 Malkapur
Malkapur 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 5-10 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 Medak to Malkapur is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Malkapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malkapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malkapur
Where is Malkapur located?
Malkapur village is located in Shankarampet (A) Mandal, Medak district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkapur is Gattukindi Thanda.
What is the pincode of Malkapur?
The pincode of Malkapur is 502290.
What is the population of Malkapur?
Malkapur has a total population of 1,896, including 958 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Malkapur?
There are 410 households in Malkapur.
What is the literacy rate in Malkapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkapur is 42.77%. Male literacy is 53.24% and female literacy is 32.09%.