Malunja Bk. - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Malunja Bk. is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Gangapur and around 35 km from Aurangabad. Kankori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malunja Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malunja Bk. is 549306. The village covers a total geographical area of 366 hectares and falls under the 431109 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Malunja Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malunja Bk.
As per Census 2011, Malunja Bk. village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 481 males and 441 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malunja Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 481 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 364 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 117 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Malunja Bk.
Malunja Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolghar | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Sirasgaon | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Uttarwadi | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Malunja Kh. | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Hadiyabad | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Bhalgaon | West | 3.17 km |
| Sharifpur | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Sanjarpur | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Mhasa | West | 4.12 km |
| Bolthan | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malunja Bk.
Public transport in the Malunja Bk. is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lasur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 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 Gangapur to Malunja Bk. is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Malunja Bk. is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malunja Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malunja Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malunja Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malunja Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malunja Bk.
Where is Malunja Bk. located?
Malunja Bk. village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malunja Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Malunja Bk. is Kankori.
What is the pincode of Malunja Bk.?
The pincode of Malunja Bk. is 431109.
What is the population of Malunja Bk.?
Malunja Bk. has a total population of 922, including 481 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Malunja Bk.?
There are 179 households in Malunja Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Malunja Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malunja Bk. is 67.90%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 59.41%.