Molgi - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Molgi is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Molgi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molgi is 525043. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.68 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Molgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molgi
As per Census 2011, Molgi village has a total population of 4,393 people, consisting of 2,240 males and 2,153 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 754 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,927 literate and 1,466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,393 | 2,240 | 2,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 389 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 97 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,138 | 1,580 | 1,558 |
| Literate Population | 2,927 | 1,594 | 1,333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,466 | 646 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Molgi
Molgi 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 Molgi
Molgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talode to Molgi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Molgi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Molgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molgi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Molgi
Where is Molgi located?
Molgi village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molgi?
Molgi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molgi?
The pincode of Molgi is 425452.
What is the population of Molgi?
Molgi has a total population of 4,393, including 2,240 males and 2,153 females.
How many households are there in Molgi?
There are 762 households in Molgi.
What is the literacy rate in Molgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molgi is 66.63%. Male literacy is 71.16% and female literacy is 61.91%.