Malunje - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Malunje is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Sangamner and around 103 km from Ahmadnagar. Malunje village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malunje is 557433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Malunje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malunje
According to the 2011 Census, Malunje village had a total population of 2,273 people, including 1,163 males and 1,110 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.90%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 60.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 376, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 2,273 | 1,163 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 146 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 203 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,451 | 845 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 318 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Malunje
Malunje 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 Malunje
Malunje 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 Sangamner to Malunje is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Malunje is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malunje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malunje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malunje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malunje village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malunje
Where is Malunje located?
Malunje village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malunje?
Malunje is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malunje?
The pincode of Malunje is 422605.
What is the population of Malunje?
Malunje had a total population of 2,273, including 1,163 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Malunje?
Malunje had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malunje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malunje was 71.90%. Male literacy was 83.09% and female literacy was 60.54%.