Malgaon - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Malgaon is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bhatyan Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 477276. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.98 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malgaon village had a total population of 570 people, including 284 males and 286 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.67%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 52.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 570 | 284 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 185 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 99 | 159 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Malgaon. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Malgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Malgaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Malgaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malgaon is Bhatyan Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 451332.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon had a total population of 570, including 284 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
Malgaon had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon was 63.67%. Male literacy was 74.90% and female literacy was 52.26%.