Malgaon Mal - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Malgaon Mal is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Malgaon Mal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon Mal is 505616. The village covers a total geographical area of 1470.74 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Malgaon Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Malgaon Mal village had a total population of 3,300 people, including 1,703 males and 1,597 females, living in 789 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.08%, with male literacy at 68.78% and female literacy at 44.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 3,300 | 1,703 | 1,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 284 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 164 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 239 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 976 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,727 | 727 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon Mal
Malgaon Mal 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 Mal
Malgaon Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khandwa to Malgaon Mal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malgaon Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malgaon Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malgaon Mal
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 Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgaon Mal
Where is Malgaon Mal located?
Malgaon Mal village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon Mal?
Malgaon Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malgaon Mal?
The pincode of Malgaon Mal is 450116.
What is the population of Malgaon Mal?
Malgaon Mal had a total population of 3,300, including 1,703 males and 1,597 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon Mal?
Malgaon Mal had 789 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon Mal was 57.08%. Male literacy was 68.78% and female literacy was 44.65%.