Malangdev - Songadh, Tapi
Malangdev is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Malangdev village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malangdev is 524700. The village covers a total geographical area of 1207.84 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Malangdev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malangdev
According to the 2011 Census, Malangdev village had a total population of 1,932 people, including 970 males and 962 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.03%, with male literacy at 56.27% and female literacy at 43.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,919.
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 | 1,932 | 970 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 156 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,919 | 962 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 458 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 512 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Malangdev
Malangdev 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 Malangdev
Malangdev is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Malangdev is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Malangdev is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malangdev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malangdev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malangdev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malangdev village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malangdev
Where is Malangdev located?
Malangdev village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malangdev?
Malangdev is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malangdev?
The pincode of Malangdev is 394716.
What is the population of Malangdev?
Malangdev had a total population of 1,932, including 970 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Malangdev?
Malangdev had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malangdev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malangdev was 50.03%. Male literacy was 56.27% and female literacy was 43.83%.