Malgaon
Malgaon is a village located in Balod tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Balod (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Malgaon has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Malgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgaon is 443228. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491226. Balod is nearest town to Malgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Malgaon
Population of Malgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Malgaon 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 | 810 | 388 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 318 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 311 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 77 | 168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malgaon village:
- The total population of Malgaon village is around 810, including approximately 388 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Malgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malgaon village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 665 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malgaon village is about 69.75%, with male literacy at 80.15% and female literacy at 60.19%.
- There are around 197 households in Malgaon village.
Connectivity of Malgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Malgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Malgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malgaon
- Where is Malgaon located?
- Malgaon village is situated in Balod Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
- Malgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Malgaon?
- The pincode of Malgaon is 491226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malgaon is 810, with 388 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgaon village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgaon is 69.75%. The male literacy rate is 80.15%, while the female literacy rate is 60.19%.