Village code 340939

Malam Village, Nayagram Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Malam is a village in Nayagram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Malam village map in West Bengal
Malam village map image for Nayagram Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Malam is a village in Nayagram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Malam, the population is 991, PIN code is 721159 and Census village code is 340939. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Malam village
Village code340939
PIN code721159
Population991
Households235
Area318.74 ha / 3.19 sq. km / 788 acres
Population density311 people per sq. km
Sex ratio962 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKharagpur (75 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721159. This helps users verify the postal area for Malam, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Malam village
PIN code721159
Post offices linked with this PINKharikamathani SO, Jharia BO, Kalmapukhuria BO, Nayagram BO, Nekrasole BO, and Tufuria Kamalpur BO
Best matching post officeKharikamathani SO (Post office)
Delivery office records6
Postal districtJhargram
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionMidnapore Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Malam comes under Malam gram panchayat and Nayagram C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Nayagram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Bali Geria at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Malam
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2458
C.D. Block code305
Block panchayat code305

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Malam village and its household count.

Total population

991 residents in 235 households

Male population

505

Female population

486

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 233; Scheduled Tribes: 42

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Malam
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Malam
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Malam
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power18 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Malam
Net area sown230 hectares
Irrigated area46 hectares
Unirrigated area184 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area6 hectares
Non-agricultural area73 hectares
Main cropBabui Grass
Second cropSal Tree

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Malam
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kalmapukuria, 5-10 km away.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kalmapukuria, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kultikari, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Malam

Kharagpur (75 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bali Geria is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Malam
Nearest major townKharagpur (75 km)
Block headquartersBali Geria
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Malam. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Malam
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Sea River Ferry ServiceAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Cinema Video HallAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Malam village located?

Malam is located in Nayagram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Malam in?

Malam is in Nayagram Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Malam in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Malam?

The Census village code of Malam is 340939.

What is the PIN code of Malam?

The PIN code reported for Malam is 721159.

What is the population of Malam?

Malam has 991 residents in 235 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Malam?

The nearest statutory town to Malam is Kharagpur (75 km).

Which crops are grown in Malam?

The main crops reported for Malam are Babui Grass and Sal Tree.

What land-use details are available for Malam?

Land-use details for Malam include net area sown: 230 hectares, irrigated area: 46 hectares, and unirrigated area: 184 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Malam?

Government primary school status for Malam is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Malam?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Malam?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Malam?

The total geographical area of Malam is 318.74 hectares.

How many households are in Malam?

Malam has 235 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Malam?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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