Malancha - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Malancha is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 37.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kanachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malancha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malancha is 316555. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.47 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malancha
According to the 2011 Census, Malancha village had a total population of 1,960 people, including 990 males and 970 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.08%, with male literacy at 64.99% and female literacy at 49.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 623, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 796.
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 | 1,960 | 990 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 113 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 315 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 395 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 570 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 420 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Malancha
Malancha 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 Malancha
Malancha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Malancha.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Malancha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Malancha is about 37.2 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 Malancha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malancha 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 Malancha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malancha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malancha
Where is Malancha located?
Malancha village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malancha?
The Gram Panchayat of Malancha is Kanachi.
What is the pincode of Malancha?
The pincode of Malancha is 731216.
What is the population of Malancha?
Malancha had a total population of 1,960, including 990 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Malancha?
Malancha had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malancha was 57.08%. Male literacy was 64.99% and female literacy was 49.01%.