Malegaon Kannad - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Malegaon Kannad is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Vaijapur and around 40 km from Aurangabad. Malegaon Kannad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon Kannad is 549052. The village covers a total geographical area of 805 hectares and falls under the 431116 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Malegaon Kannad 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 Malegaon Kannad
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon Kannad village had a total population of 673 people, including 350 males and 323 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 89.84% and female literacy at 54.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 673 | 350 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 283 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 67 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon Kannad
Malegaon Kannad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamangaon | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Salegaon | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Dharankheda | South | 2.39 km |
| Khirdi Kannad | North | 2.52 km |
| Bhokargaon | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Shevata | East | 3.20 km |
| Manoor | West | 3.58 km |
| Zolegaon | South | 3.99 km |
| Tad Pimpalgaon | East | 4.31 km |
| Borsar Kh. | North-East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon Kannad
Malegaon Kannad 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 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vaijapur to Malegaon Kannad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Malegaon Kannad is about 40 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 Malegaon Kannad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon Kannad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malegaon Kannad
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 Kannad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malegaon Kannad
Where is Malegaon Kannad located?
Malegaon Kannad village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malegaon Kannad?
Malegaon Kannad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon Kannad?
The pincode of Malegaon Kannad is 431116.
What is the population of Malegaon Kannad?
Malegaon Kannad had a total population of 673, including 350 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon Kannad?
Malegaon Kannad had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon Kannad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon Kannad was 73.03%. Male literacy was 89.84% and female literacy was 54.26%.