Malegaon Bazar - Telhara, Akola
Malegaon Bazar is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Malegaon Bazar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon Bazar is 529652. The village covers a total geographical area of 896 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Malegaon Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malegaon Bazar
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon Bazar village had a total population of 4,475 people, including 2,338 males and 2,137 females, living in 976 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 90.96% and female literacy at 82.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 680, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,475 | 2,338 | 2,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 324 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 356 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,373 | 1,832 | 1,541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 506 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon Bazar
Malegaon Bazar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheri Kh. | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Salabad | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kolad | West | 2.75 km |
| Pimpari Adgaon | South | 2.82 km |
| Khalad Kh. | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Mominabad | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Balhadi | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Bhuikhed | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Isapur | South | 4.84 km |
| Sonkel | South-East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon Bazar
Public transport in the Malegaon Bazar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kiwar Khed, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| 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 Telhara to Malegaon Bazar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Malegaon Bazar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malegaon Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malegaon Bazar 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 Malegaon Bazar
Where is Malegaon Bazar located?
Malegaon Bazar village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malegaon Bazar?
Malegaon Bazar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon Bazar?
The pincode of Malegaon Bazar is 444108.
What is the population of Malegaon Bazar?
Malegaon Bazar had a total population of 4,475, including 2,338 males and 2,137 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon Bazar?
Malegaon Bazar had 976 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon Bazar was 86.80%. Male literacy was 90.96% and female literacy was 82.32%.