Malgaon - Shahade, Nandurbar
Malgaon is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Malgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 525538. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.18 hectares and falls under the 425444 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Malgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
As per Census 2011, Malgaon village has a total population of 2,272 people, consisting of 1,159 males and 1,113 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 1,638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,272 | 1,159 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 238 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,173 | 1,107 | 1,066 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 410 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 749 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Malgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahane | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Langadibhavani | South | 3.66 km |
| Matrala | North | 4.40 km |
| Baljhiri | North | 5.26 km |
| Vadgaon | North-West | 5.51 km |
| Bhulane | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Oswada | North | 6.18 km |
| Donwada | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Bhongra | West | 6.66 km |
| Harnya | North-East | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malgaon
Malgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 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 Shahade to Malgaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Malgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malgaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
Malgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 425444.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon has a total population of 2,272, including 1,159 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
There are 388 households in Malgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon is 27.90%. Male literacy is 35.38% and female literacy is 20.13%.