Malancha - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Malancha is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 42.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malancha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malancha is 316747. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.72 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Malancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malancha
As per Census 2011, Malancha village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 259 males and 245 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malancha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 259 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 120 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 167 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 92 | 105 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Malancha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Malancha is about 42.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malancha
Where is Malancha located?
Malancha village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malancha?
The Gram Panchayat of Malancha is Ulkunda.
What is the pincode of Malancha?
The pincode of Malancha is 731213.
What is the population of Malancha?
Malancha has a total population of 504, including 259 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Malancha?
There are 122 households in Malancha.
What is the literacy rate in Malancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malancha is 60.91%. Male literacy is 64.48% and female literacy is 57.14%.