Malegaon (Thokal) - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Malegaon (Thokal) is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from Kannad and around 80 km from Aurangabad. Malegaon (t) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malegaon (Thokal) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon (Thokal) is 548395. The village covers a total geographical area of 1330.63 hectares and falls under the 431104 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Malegaon (Thokal) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon (Thokal)
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon (Thokal) village had a total population of 512 people, including 254 males and 258 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.15%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 54.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 512 | 254 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 152 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 102 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon (Thokal)
Malegaon (Thokal) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon (Thokal)
Malegaon (Thokal) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kannad to Malegaon (Thokal) is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Malegaon (Thokal) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon (Thokal)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon (Thokal) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malegaon (Thokal)
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 (Thokal) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon (Thokal)
Where is Malegaon (Thokal) located?
Malegaon (Thokal) village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon (Thokal)?
The Gram Panchayat of Malegaon (Thokal) is Malegaon (t).
What is the pincode of Malegaon (Thokal)?
The pincode of Malegaon (Thokal) is 431104.
What is the population of Malegaon (Thokal)?
Malegaon (Thokal) had a total population of 512, including 254 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon (Thokal)?
Malegaon (Thokal) had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon (Thokal)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon (Thokal) was 64.15%. Male literacy was 74.15% and female literacy was 54.79%.