Malenga - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Malenga is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 218 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nelgunda serves as the Village Panchayat for Malenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malenga is 539811. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.36 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 218 km away.
Malenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malenga
According to the 2011 Census, Malenga village had a total population of 40 people, including 17 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,353 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.24%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Malenga
Malenga 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 Malenga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malenga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Malenga is about 218 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malenga 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 Malenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malenga 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 Malenga
Where is Malenga located?
Malenga village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malenga?
The Village Panchayat of Malenga is Nelgunda.
What is the pincode of Malenga?
The pincode of Malenga is 442710.
What is the population of Malenga?
Malenga had a total population of 40, including 17 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Malenga?
Malenga had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malenga was 38.24%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 42.86%.