Mala Khurd - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Mala Khurd is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Mala Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mala Khurd is 203906. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.89 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode.
Mala Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mala Khurd
As per Census 2011, Mala Khurd village has a total population of 2,783 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,384 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,714 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 944 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mala Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,783 | 1,399 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 217 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 944 | 456 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 988 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 411 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Mala Khurd
Mala Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarsauli | East | 1.21 km |
| Bisunpur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Fatimpur | South | 1.27 km |
| Amadalpur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Mathia | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Husanpur | West | 1.70 km |
| Bhala Buzurg | South | 1.71 km |
| Thatha Sodhan | North | 1.71 km |
| Jagdeopur | North | 1.73 km |
| Horilpur | North-West | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mala Khurd
Mala Khurd 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 Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 Ghazipur to Mala Khurd is about 48 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 Mala Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mala Khurd 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 km |
Health Facilities in Mala Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mala Khurd 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mala Khurd
Where is Mala Khurd located?
Mala Khurd village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mala Khurd?
Mala Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mala Khurd?
The pincode of Mala Khurd is 275204.
What is the population of Mala Khurd?
Mala Khurd has a total population of 2,783, including 1,399 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Mala Khurd?
There are 386 households in Mala Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Mala Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mala Khurd is 61.59%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 52.46%.