Malawan

Malawan is a village located in Sarmera subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sarmera (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Malawan village is also a gram panchayat.

Malawan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Malawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malawan is 244478. The village spans a total geographical area of 889 hectares. Barbigha is nearest town to Malawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Malawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,584 3,969 3,615
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,587 846 741
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,378 714 664
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 3,066 1,983 1,083
Illiterate Population 4,518 1,986 2,532

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

  • The total population of Malawan village is around 7,584, including approximately 3,969 males and 3,615 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,587 children aged 0–6 years in Malawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malawan village has 1,378 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malawan village is about 40.43%, with male literacy at 49.96% and female literacy at 29.96%.
  • There are around 1,276 households in Malawan village.

Connectivity of Malawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malawan. As per the 2011 stats, Malawan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malawan

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

Barhia Kazi Chak Dhanawan Parnawan Kenar Moti Bigha Pojh Jagjiwanpur Sekhra Fatehpur Dumra Rupaspur

Frequently Asked Questions about Malawan

Where is Malawan located?
Malawan village is situated in Sarmera Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malawan?
Malawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Malawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malawan is 7,584, with 3,969 males and 3,615 females.
How many households are there in Malawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malawan village has a total of 1,276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malawan is 40.43%. The male literacy rate is 49.96%, while the female literacy rate is 29.96%.