Malage Bk. - Kagal, Kolhapur
Malage Bk. is a village situated in the Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kagal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Malage Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malage Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malage Bk. is 567694. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 416219 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Malage Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malage Bk.
As per Census 2011, Malage Bk. village has a total population of 2,797 people, consisting of 1,439 males and 1,358 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,904 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malage Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,797 | 1,439 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 185 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 306 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,074 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 365 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Malage Bk.
Malage Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadagaon | West | 1.70 km |
| Malage Kh. | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Chaundal | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Surupali | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Yamage | South | 2.77 km |
| Shindewadi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Kurukali | East | 3.08 km |
| Kurni | West | 3.17 km |
| Pimpalgaon Bk. | North | 3.58 km |
| Savarde Bk. | North-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malage Bk.
Public transport in the Malage Bk. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 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 Murgud to Malage Bk. is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Malage Bk. is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malage Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malage Bk. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malage Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malage Bk. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malage Bk.
Where is Malage Bk. located?
Malage Bk. village is located in Kagal Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malage Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Malage Bk. is Malage Budruk.
What is the pincode of Malage Bk.?
The pincode of Malage Bk. is 416219.
What is the population of Malage Bk.?
Malage Bk. has a total population of 2,797, including 1,439 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Malage Bk.?
There are 575 households in Malage Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Malage Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malage Bk. is 68.07%. Male literacy is 74.64% and female literacy is 61.12%.