Malak Balau - Soraon, Prayagraj
Malak Balau is a village situated in the Soraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Soraon and around 25 km from Allahabad. Malak Balau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malak Balau is 160798. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.02 hectares and falls under the 229412 pincode. Soraon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malak Balau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phaphamau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Phulpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malak Balau
As per Census 2011, Malak Balau village has a total population of 2,688 people, consisting of 1,423 males and 1,265 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,754 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 656 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malak Balau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,688 | 1,423 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 190 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 331 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 1,754 | 1,047 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 376 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Malak Balau
Malak Balau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muzaffarpur Urf Bichhia | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Atrampur Urf Nawabganj | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Ulda | West | 1.53 km |
| Saraismail Urf Khagalpur | East | 1.56 km |
| Sherandazpur | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Kutha | North | 1.92 km |
| Arazi Judapur Jhinha | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Ahmadpur | South | 2.10 km |
| Jamua Urf Bhawanipur | North | 2.47 km |
| Judapur Jhinher Urfbaribojh | North-East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malak Balau
Malak Balau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atrampur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soraon to Malak Balau is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Malak Balau is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malak Balau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malak Balau 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 Malak Balau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malak Balau 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 Malak Balau
Where is Malak Balau located?
Malak Balau village is located in Soraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malak Balau?
Malak Balau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malak Balau?
The pincode of Malak Balau is 229412.
What is the population of Malak Balau?
Malak Balau has a total population of 2,688, including 1,423 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Malak Balau?
There are 456 households in Malak Balau.
What is the literacy rate in Malak Balau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malak Balau is 65.25%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 55.89%.