Malegaon - Bhor, Pune
Malegaon is a village situated in the Bhor tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Malegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 556694. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Malegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon village had a total population of 936 people, including 466 males and 470 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 85.47% and female literacy at 69.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 936 | 466 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 53 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 353 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 113 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon
Malegaon 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 Malegaon
Malegaon 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhor to Malegaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Malegaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malegaon 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Bhor Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
Malegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 412213.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon had a total population of 936, including 466 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
Malegaon had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon was 77.63%. Male literacy was 85.47% and female literacy was 69.63%.