Maltar - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Maltar is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Maltar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maltar is 477167. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.68 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Maltar 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 Maltar
According to the 2011 Census, Maltar village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 674 males and 668 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.72%, with male literacy at 80.34% and female literacy at 54.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 499.
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 | 1,342 | 674 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 248 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 474 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 200 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Maltar
Maltar 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 Maltar
Maltar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kasrawad to Maltar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Maltar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maltar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maltar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maltar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maltar 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 Maltar
Where is Maltar located?
Maltar village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maltar?
Maltar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maltar?
The pincode of Maltar is 451447.
What is the population of Maltar?
Maltar had a total population of 1,342, including 674 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Maltar?
Maltar had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maltar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maltar was 67.72%. Male literacy was 80.34% and female literacy was 54.91%.