Malatpur - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Malatpur is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Malatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malatpur is 533361. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Malatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malatpur
As per Census 2011, Malatpur village has a total population of 582 people, consisting of 286 males and 296 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 286 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 240 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Malatpur
Malatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulatabad | South | 1.59 km |
| Mahimapur | West | 2.12 km |
| Asegaon | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Wadhona | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Mubarakpur | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Jalka Patache | East | 3.27 km |
| Pathanpur | West | 3.32 km |
| Devgaon. | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Ganeshpur | West | 4.47 km |
| Talegaon Bhag. 1 | South-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malatpur
Malatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Malatpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Malatpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malatpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malatpur
Where is Malatpur located?
Malatpur village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malatpur?
Malatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malatpur?
The pincode of Malatpur is 444709.
What is the population of Malatpur?
Malatpur has a total population of 582, including 286 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Malatpur?
There are 148 households in Malatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Malatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malatpur is 83.68%. Male literacy is 83.92% and female literacy is 83.45%.