Malkot

Malkot is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.9km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Malkot village. As per 2009 stats, Dalkhola I is the gram panchayat of Malkot village.

Malkot has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Malkot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkot is 309373. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.78 hectares. Raigunj is nearest town to Malkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

When it comes to local governance, Malkot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Malkot

Below is a concise population overview of Malkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,784 924 860
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 144 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,301 680 621
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 104 49 55
Literate Population 996 595 401
Illiterate Population 788 329 459

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malkot village:

  • The total population of Malkot village is around 1,784, including approximately 924 males and 860 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Malkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malkot village has 1,301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malkot village is about 55.83%, with male literacy at 64.39% and female literacy at 46.63%.
  • There are around 375 households in Malkot village.

Connectivity of Malkot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malkot. As per the 2011 stats, Malkot 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 Malkot

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Malkot

Where is Malkot located?
Malkot village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkot is Dalkhola I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Malkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkot is 1,784, with 924 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Malkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malkot village has a total of 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkot is 55.83%. The male literacy rate is 64.39%, while the female literacy rate is 46.63%.