Malewada - Chimur, Chandrapur
Malewada is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Malawada serves as the Village Panchayat for Malewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malewada is 540495. The village covers a total geographical area of 875 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Malewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malewada
According to the 2011 Census, Malewada village had a total population of 1,614 people, including 838 males and 776 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 67.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 712.
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 | 1,614 | 838 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 85 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 373 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 609 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 229 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Malewada
Malewada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karghata | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Chak Vadegaon Rith | North | 2.56 km |
| Umari Butti | West | 2.62 km |
| Jambhulghat | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Sawargaon | South | 2.82 km |
| Nimdhela Rith | East | 3.00 km |
| Kharkada | West | 3.05 km |
| Paradpar | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Wadegaonmal Rith | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Pardhanheti | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malewada
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Malewada. The nearest railway station is Tempa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Malewada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Malewada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malewada
Where is Malewada located?
Malewada village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malewada?
The Village Panchayat of Malewada is Malawada.
What is the pincode of Malewada?
The pincode of Malewada is 442903.
What is the population of Malewada?
Malewada had a total population of 1,614, including 838 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Malewada?
Malewada had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malewada was 74.26%. Male literacy was 80.88% and female literacy was 67.19%.