Malkanthpur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Malkanthpur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Tanda Ajam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkanthpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkanthpur is 055907. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.23 hectares and falls under the 263150 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Malkanthpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkanthpur
According to the 2011 Census, Malkanthpur village had a total population of 90 people, including 46 males and 44 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.28%, with male literacy at 54.05% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Malkanthpur
Malkanthpur 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 Malkanthpur
Malkanthpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Malkanthpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kelakhera to Malkanthpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Malkanthpur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkanthpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkanthpur 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 Malkanthpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkanthpur 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 Malkanthpur
Where is Malkanthpur located?
Malkanthpur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malkanthpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkanthpur is Tanda Ajam.
What is the pincode of Malkanthpur?
The pincode of Malkanthpur is 263150.
What is the population of Malkanthpur?
Malkanthpur had a total population of 90, including 46 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Malkanthpur?
Malkanthpur had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkanthpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkanthpur was 49.28%. Male literacy was 54.05% and female literacy was 43.75%.