Malosan - Vijapur, Mahesana
Malosan is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Malosan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malosan is 509410. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.55 hectares and falls under the 384515 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Malosan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malosan
According to the 2011 Census, Malosan village had a total population of 4,458 people, including 2,331 males and 2,127 females, living in 958 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,458 | 2,331 | 2,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 258 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 181 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,283 | 1,889 | 1,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 442 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Malosan
Malosan 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 Malosan
Public transport in the Malosan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Malosan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Malosan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malosan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malosan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malosan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malosan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malosan
Where is Malosan located?
Malosan village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malosan?
Malosan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malosan?
The pincode of Malosan is 384515.
What is the population of Malosan?
Malosan had a total population of 4,458, including 2,331 males and 2,127 females.
How many households are there in Malosan?
Malosan had 958 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malosan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malosan was 82.92%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 73.91%.