Malpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Malpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Meerpur Of Belghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malpur is 187424. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.3 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 58 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 Khajni 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 709 people, including 360 males and 349 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.22%, with male literacy at 43.29% and female literacy at 28.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 709 | 360 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 129 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 231 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Malpur
Malpur 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 Malpur
Malpur 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Malpur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malpur
Where is Malpur located?
Malpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malpur is Meerpur Of Belghat.
What is the pincode of Malpur?
The pincode of Malpur is 273404.
What is the population of Malpur?
Malpur had a total population of 709, including 360 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Malpur?
Malpur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malpur was 36.22%. Male literacy was 43.29% and female literacy was 28.97%.