Malwada - Vikramgad, Palghar
Malwada is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vikramgad and around 106 km from Thane. Malwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwada is 551820. The village covers a total geographical area of 1081.66 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malwada 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 Malwada
As per Census 2011, Malwada village has a total population of 2,974 people, consisting of 1,502 males and 1,472 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,775 literate and 1,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,565 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,974 | 1,502 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 200 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,565 | 1,281 | 1,284 |
| Literate Population | 1,775 | 1,017 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,199 | 485 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Malwada
Malwada 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 Malwada
Malwada 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 Malwada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malwada is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malwada
Where is Malwada located?
Malwada village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malwada?
Malwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malwada?
The pincode of Malwada is 421303.
What is the population of Malwada?
Malwada has a total population of 2,974, including 1,502 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Malwada?
There are 624 households in Malwada.
What is the literacy rate in Malwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwada is 59.68%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 51.49%.