Malikpur - Harraiya, Basti
Malikpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bardiya Lohar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikpur is 180109. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.14 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Malikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malikpur village had a total population of 613 people, including 339 males and 274 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.22%, with male literacy at 65.97% and female literacy at 35.06%.
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 | 613 | 339 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 190 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 149 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Malikpur
Malikpur 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 Malikpur
Malikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Malikpur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malikpur
Where is Malikpur located?
Malikpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malikpur is Bardiya Lohar.
What is the pincode of Malikpur?
The pincode of Malikpur is 272128.
What is the population of Malikpur?
Malikpur had a total population of 613, including 339 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Malikpur?
Malikpur had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikpur was 52.22%. Male literacy was 65.97% and female literacy was 35.06%.