Malungi - Kaprada, Valsad
Malungi is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Malungi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malungi is 523631. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.33 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Malungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malungi
According to the 2011 Census, Malungi village had a total population of 895 people, including 466 males and 429 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.34%, with male literacy at 39.15% and female literacy at 33.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 888.
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 | 895 | 466 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 88 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 888 | 461 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 148 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 318 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Malungi
Malungi 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 Malungi
Malungi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Selvas to Malungi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Malungi is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malungi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malungi
Where is Malungi located?
Malungi village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malungi?
Malungi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malungi?
The pincode of Malungi is 396067.
What is the population of Malungi?
Malungi had a total population of 895, including 466 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Malungi?
Malungi had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malungi was 36.34%. Male literacy was 39.15% and female literacy was 33.42%.