Malegaon Yatra - Loha, Nanded
Malegaon Yatra is a village situated in the Loha tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loha and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Malegaon (y) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malegaon Yatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon Yatra is 545305. The village covers a total geographical area of 1904.35 hectares and falls under the 431708 pincode. Loha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Malegaon Yatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon Yatra
As per Census 2011, Malegaon Yatra village has a total population of 3,333 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,623 females. The village has 674 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,992 literate and 1,341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 910 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malegaon Yatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,333 | 1,710 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 241 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 460 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,992 | 1,205 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,341 | 505 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon Yatra
Malegaon Yatra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fattunaik Tanda | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Andga | South | 2.59 km |
| Khedkarwadi | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Landgewadi | North | 3.79 km |
| Limboti | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Girdharwadi | North | 4.52 km |
| Gaundgaon | South | 4.74 km |
| Rui | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Wagdarwadi | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Chondi | East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon Yatra
Malegaon Yatra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Loha to Malegaon Yatra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Malegaon Yatra is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon Yatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon Yatra 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 Malegaon Yatra
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 Yatra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon Yatra
Where is Malegaon Yatra located?
Malegaon Yatra village is located in Loha Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon Yatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Malegaon Yatra is Malegaon (y).
What is the pincode of Malegaon Yatra?
The pincode of Malegaon Yatra is 431708.
What is the population of Malegaon Yatra?
Malegaon Yatra has a total population of 3,333, including 1,710 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon Yatra?
There are 674 households in Malegaon Yatra.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon Yatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon Yatra is 59.77%. Male literacy is 70.47% and female literacy is 48.49%.