Malgaon - Kondagaon
Malgaon is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Kondagaon and around 95 km from Jagdalpur. Malgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 448809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1598.18 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
As per Census 2011, Malgaon village has a total population of 2,395 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,215 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 1,385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,017 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,395 | 1,180 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 209 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,017 | 1,001 | 1,016 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 602 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,385 | 578 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Malgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malgaon
Malgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Malgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Malgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
Malgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 494226.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon has a total population of 2,395, including 1,180 males and 1,215 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
There are 472 households in Malgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon is 42.17%. Male literacy is 51.02% and female literacy is 33.58%.