Malegaon Bk. - Mawal, Pune
Malegaon Bk. is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Malegaon Bk. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon Bk. is 555867. The village covers a total geographical area of 772 hectares and falls under the 412106 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Malegaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Malegaon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon Bk. village had a total population of 259 people, including 132 males and 127 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 47.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 91 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 41 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon Bk.
Malegaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri A.m | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Peth | North | 3.55 km |
| Dhamni | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Wandre | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Sawale | West | 4.57 km |
| Khand | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Torne Kh | East | 5.18 km |
| Malegaon Kh. | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Jambrung | North | 6.16 km |
| Pimpalpada | West | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon Bk.
Malegaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhivpuri Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Malegaon Bk. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Malegaon Bk. is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malegaon Bk.
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 Bk. 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 Malegaon Bk.
Where is Malegaon Bk. located?
Malegaon Bk. village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malegaon Bk.?
Malegaon Bk. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon Bk.?
The pincode of Malegaon Bk. is 412106.
What is the population of Malegaon Bk.?
Malegaon Bk. had a total population of 259, including 132 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon Bk.?
Malegaon Bk. had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon Bk. was 63.84%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 47.71%.