Malaya
Malaya is a village located in Patharpratima subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 36.1km away from sub-district headquarter Ramganga (tehsildar office) and 70.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Dakshin Gangadharpur is the gram panchayat of Malaya village.
Here you can discover what makes Malaya unique in its vibrant Patharpratima-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 335323. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743399. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Malaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Malaya
Population of Malaya
According to the 2011 Census, Malaya has a total population of about 1,921, with approximately 1,014 males and 907 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,579 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 71.79%, with male literacy at about 79.59% and female literacy near 63.07%. There are around 378 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 1,014 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,579 | 833 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,379 | 807 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 207 | 335 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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 Patharpratima 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 Dakshin Gangadharpur (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 743399, 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 1,921, with 1,014 males and 907 females.
- How many households are there in Malaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malaya village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malaya is 71.79%. The male literacy rate is 79.59%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.