Malgaon - Nahan, Sirmaur
Malgaon is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nehli Dheera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 023199. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
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 Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
As per Census 2011, Malgaon village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 88 males and 72 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Malgaon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | 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 Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malgaon is Nehli Dheera.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 173001.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon has a total population of 160, including 88 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
There are 30 households in Malgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon is 70.00%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 61.11%.