Malegaon - Rehatgaon, Harda
Malegaon is a village situated in the Rehatgaon tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehatgaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Malegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 487086. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043 hectares and falls under the 461228 pincode. Timarni is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Malegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malegaon
As per Census 2011, Malegaon village has a total population of 1,712 people, consisting of 841 males and 871 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,708 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 841 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 179 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,708 | 840 | 868 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 499 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 342 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon
Malegaon 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 Malegaon
Malegaon 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 Timarni to Malegaon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Malegaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malegaon 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 Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Rehatgaon Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
Malegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 461228.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon has a total population of 1,712, including 841 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
There are 267 households in Malegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon is 45.56%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 32.26%.