Malpur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Malpur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Chak Basia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpur is 167507. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.6 hectares and falls under the 224181 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Malpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malpur village had a total population of 1,277 people, including 646 males and 631 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.17%, with male literacy at 75.39% and female literacy at 59.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 1,277 | 646 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 389 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 257 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Malpur
Malpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madho Tanda | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Chak Basahia | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bashiya Ganga Sagar | North | 1.42 km |
| Mirjapur Jangal | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Golhwa | North | 1.99 km |
| Makaraha | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Ratuwapar | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Satrahee | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Lohra | South | 2.64 km |
| Maheshpur Mandap | North | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malpur
Malpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Malpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Malpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malpur
Where is Malpur located?
Malpur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpur is Chak Basia.
What is the pincode of Malpur?
The pincode of Malpur is 224181.
What is the population of Malpur?
Malpur had a total population of 1,277, including 646 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Malpur?
Malpur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpur was 67.17%. Male literacy was 75.39% and female literacy was 59.29%.