Malgaon
Malgaon is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Malgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Malgaon unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Malgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Malgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgaon is 447842. The village spans a total geographical area of 601.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494333. Kanker is nearest town to Malgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
As per 2019 stats, Malgaon village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Malgaon
Population of Malgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malgaon has a total population of about 1,089, with approximately 544 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 610. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.94%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 59.45%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,089 | 544 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 307 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 405 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 139 | 221 |
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 Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 494333, 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 1,089, with 544 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgaon village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgaon is 66.94%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 59.45%.