Malghar - Jawhar, Palghar
Malghar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Jawhar and around 124 km from Thane. Hateri serves as the Village Panchayat for Malghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malghar is 551863. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malghar
According to the 2011 Census, Malghar village had a total population of 720 people, including 374 males and 346 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 55.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 682.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 374 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 353 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 248 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 126 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Malghar
Malghar 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 Malghar
Malghar 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 Jawhar to Malghar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malghar is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malghar
Where is Malghar located?
Malghar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malghar?
The Village Panchayat of Malghar is Hateri.
What is the pincode of Malghar?
The pincode of Malghar is 401603.
What is the population of Malghar?
Malghar had a total population of 720, including 374 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Malghar?
Malghar had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malghar was 67.82%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 55.37%.