Malera - Belthara Road, Ballia
Malera is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Malera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malera is 197728. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.31 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Malera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malera
As per Census 2011, Malera village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 626 males and 685 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 859 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 230 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 626 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 466 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 160 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Malera
Malera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maleri | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Bara | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Saryan | West | 1.22 km |
| Bankara Said Bukhara | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Sasna Bahadurpur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Anshupur | East | 2.06 km |
| Mampur Mahdeva | West | 2.13 km |
| Goppur Gobri | South | 2.13 km |
| Gai Ganwa | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | South-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malera
Malera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Malera is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Malera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malera 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 Malera
Where is Malera located?
Malera village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malera?
Malera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malera?
The pincode of Malera is 221716.
What is the population of Malera?
Malera has a total population of 1,311, including 626 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Malera?
There are 195 households in Malera.
What is the literacy rate in Malera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malera is 65.52%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 57.37%.