Malthan - Shirur, Pune
Malthan is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Malthan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malthan is 555577. The village covers a total geographical area of 2354 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Malthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malthan
As per Census 2011, Malthan village has a total population of 4,714 people, consisting of 2,449 males and 2,265 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,057 literate and 1,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,714 | 2,449 | 2,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 346 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,057 | 1,731 | 1,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 718 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Malthan
Malthan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhewadi | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Ravadewadi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Amdabad | East | 4.21 km |
| Shastabad | West | 4.38 km |
| Munjalwadi | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Sone Sangavi | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Nimgaon Dude | North | 5.46 km |
| Waghale | South | 6.18 km |
| Chincholi | South-West | 6.32 km |
| Nimgaon Bhogi | South-East | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malthan
Malthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| 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 Shirur to Malthan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Malthan is about 60 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 Malthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malthan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malthan
Where is Malthan located?
Malthan village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malthan?
Malthan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malthan?
The pincode of Malthan is 412218.
What is the population of Malthan?
Malthan has a total population of 4,714, including 2,449 males and 2,265 females.
How many households are there in Malthan?
There are 896 households in Malthan.
What is the literacy rate in Malthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malthan is 64.85%. Male literacy is 70.68% and female literacy is 58.54%.