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
As per Census 2011, Maltar village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 674 males and 668 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maltar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,342, including 674 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Maltar?
There are 264 households in Maltar.
What is the literacy rate in Maltar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maltar is 59.09%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 47.75%.