Malikwad
Malikwad is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Malikawad is the gram panchayat of Malikwad village.
Malikwad has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malikwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malikwad is 597174. The village spans a total geographical area of 577.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591244. Sadalgi is nearest town to Malikwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malikwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malikwad
Population of Malikwad
Below is a concise population overview of Malikwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,970 | 1,532 | 1,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 262 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,261 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 271 | 477 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malikwad village:
- The total population of Malikwad village is around 2,970, including approximately 1,532 males and 1,438 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 302 children aged 0–6 years in Malikwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malikwad village has 512 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malikwad village is about 74.81%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 66.83%.
- There are around 693 households in Malikwad village.
Connectivity of Malikwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malikwad. As per the 2011 stats, Malikwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malikwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Malikwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malikwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malikwad
- Where is Malikwad located?
- Malikwad village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malikwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malikwad is Malikawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malikwad?
- The pincode of Malikwad is 591244, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malikwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malikwad is 2,970, with 1,532 males and 1,438 females.
- How many households are there in Malikwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malikwad village has a total of 693 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malikwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malikwad is 74.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.31%, while the female literacy rate is 66.83%.