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.
Malaya has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Malaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malaya village:
- The total population of Malaya village is around 1,921, including approximately 1,014 males and 907 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Malaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malaya village has 1,579 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Malaya village is about 71.79%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 63.07%.
- There are around 378 households in Malaya village.
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%.