Malonda - Wada, Palghar
Malonda is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Vada and around 59 km from Thane. Sarshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malonda is 552164. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Malonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malonda
As per Census 2011, Malonda village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 91 males and 85 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Malonda
Malonda 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 Malonda
Malonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Malonda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malonda is about 59 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 Malonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malonda
Where is Malonda located?
Malonda village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malonda is Sarshi.
What is the pincode of Malonda?
The pincode of Malonda is 421303.
What is the population of Malonda?
Malonda has a total population of 176, including 91 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Malonda?
There are 38 households in Malonda.
What is the literacy rate in Malonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malonda is 85.80%. Male literacy is 92.31% and female literacy is 78.82%.