Maldhawanda - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Maldhawanda is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Maldhawand serves as the Village Panchayat for Maldhawanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maldhawanda is 546242. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.1 hectares and falls under the 431701 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maldhawanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maldhawanda
According to the 2011 Census, Maldhawanda village had a total population of 1,007 people, including 521 males and 486 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 80.27% and female literacy at 56.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 485.
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 | 1,007 | 521 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 246 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 358 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 163 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Maldhawanda
Maldhawanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bothi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Pawanmari | East | 2.58 km |
| Jamb Tarf Sindgi | West | 2.71 km |
| Nimtok | North | 2.81 km |
| Koparwadi | South | 2.99 km |
| Tovha | North | 3.03 km |
| Yedsi | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Bhurkyachiwadi | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Baur | East | 4.38 km |
| Dandegaon | South-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maldhawanda
Public transport in the Maldhawanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bolda, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balapur to Maldhawanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Maldhawanda is about 49 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 Maldhawanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maldhawanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maldhawanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maldhawanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maldhawanda
Where is Maldhawanda located?
Maldhawanda village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Maldhawanda?
The Village Panchayat of Maldhawanda is Maldhawand.
What is the pincode of Maldhawanda?
The pincode of Maldhawanda is 431701.
What is the population of Maldhawanda?
Maldhawanda had a total population of 1,007, including 521 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Maldhawanda?
Maldhawanda had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maldhawanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maldhawanda was 68.51%. Male literacy was 80.27% and female literacy was 56.13%.