Malunja Kh. - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Malunja Kh. is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Gangapur and around 48 km from Aurangabad. Malunja Khu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malunja Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malunja Kh. is 549308. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.03 hectares and falls under the 431109 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Malunja Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malunja Kh.
As per Census 2011, Malunja Kh. village has a total population of 902 people, consisting of 459 males and 443 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malunja Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 | 459 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 140 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 353 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 106 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Malunja Kh.
Malunja Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanjarpur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Hadiyabad | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sirasgaon | East | 2.12 km |
| Malunja Bk. | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Sanjrabad | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Bhalgaon | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Uttarwadi | North | 3.49 km |
| Mhasa | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Sharifpur | East | 3.82 km |
| Kolghar | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malunja Kh.
Malunja Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gangapur to Malunja Kh. is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Malunja Kh. is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malunja Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malunja Kh. 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malunja Kh.
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 Kh. 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Malunja Kh.
Where is Malunja Kh. located?
Malunja Kh. village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malunja Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Malunja Kh. is Malunja Khu.
What is the pincode of Malunja Kh.?
The pincode of Malunja Kh. is 431109.
What is the population of Malunja Kh.?
Malunja Kh. has a total population of 902, including 459 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Malunja Kh.?
There are 198 households in Malunja Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Malunja Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malunja Kh. is 66.41%. Male literacy is 76.91% and female literacy is 55.53%.