Malaghan - Almel, Vijayapura
Malaghan is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Sindgi and around 70 km from Bijapur. Malaghan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaghan is 599325. The village covers a total geographical area of 2164.38 hectares and falls under the 586128 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Malaghan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malaghan
According to the 2011 Census, Malaghan village had a total population of 4,503 people, including 2,350 males and 2,153 females, living in 812 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.65%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 49.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 775, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 4,503 | 2,350 | 2,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 370 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 433 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,420 | 1,510 | 910 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,083 | 840 | 1,243 |
Nearby Villages of Malaghan
Malaghan 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 Malaghan
Malaghan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Malaghan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Malaghan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Malaghan is about 70 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 Malaghan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malaghan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malaghan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malaghan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malaghan
Where is Malaghan located?
Malaghan village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malaghan?
Malaghan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malaghan?
The pincode of Malaghan is 586128.
What is the population of Malaghan?
Malaghan had a total population of 4,503, including 2,350 males and 2,153 females.
How many households are there in Malaghan?
Malaghan had 812 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaghan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaghan was 63.65%. Male literacy was 76.26% and female literacy was 49.95%.