Malaya

Malaya is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.4km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 42.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ektara is the gram panchayat of Malaya village.

Here you can discover what makes Malaya unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Malaya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Malaya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malaya is 334174. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743332. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Malaya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Malaya

According to the 2011 Census, Malaya has a total population of about 2,557, with approximately 1,347 males and 1,210 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 932 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.33%, with male literacy at about 70.45% and female literacy near 61.74%. There are around 548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,557 1,347 1,210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 317 179 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) 932 501 431
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,696 949 747
Illiterate Population 861 398 463

Connectivity of Malaya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malaya. As per the 2011 stats, Malaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malaya

Knowing the nearby villages of Malaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malaya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Malaya

Where is Malaya located?
Malaya village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaya is Ektara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Malaya?
The pincode of Malaya is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malaya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malaya is 2,557, with 1,347 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Malaya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malaya village has a total of 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malaya is 66.33%. The male literacy rate is 70.45%, while the female literacy rate is 61.74%.