Malkajam
Malkajam is a village located in Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kinwat (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Malakjam is the gram panchayat of Malkajam village.
Malkajam has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malkajam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkajam is 544378. The village spans a total geographical area of 2336.85 hectares. Kinwat is nearest town to Malkajam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malkajam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Malkajam
Below is a concise population overview of Malkajam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 445 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 113 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 300 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 145 | 227 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malkajam village:
- The total population of Malkajam village is around 907, including approximately 445 males and 462 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Malkajam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malkajam village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malkajam village is about 58.99%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 50.87%.
- There are around 219 households in Malkajam village.
Connectivity of Malkajam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malkajam. As per the 2011 stats, Malkajam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malkajam
Knowing the nearby villages of Malkajam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malkajam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malkajam
- Where is Malkajam located?
- Malkajam village is situated in Kinwat Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malkajam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malkajam is Malakjam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Malkajam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkajam is 907, with 445 males and 462 females.
- How many households are there in Malkajam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malkajam village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malkajam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkajam is 58.99%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 50.87%.