Malgaon
Malgaon is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Malgoan is the gram panchayat of Malgaon village.
Malgaon has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgaon is 568728. The village spans a total geographical area of 5625 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 406407. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Malgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malgaon
Population of Malgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Malgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,917 | 13,693 | 13,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,970 | 1,543 | 1,427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,733 | 2,325 | 2,408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 19,666 | 10,752 | 8,914 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,251 | 2,941 | 4,310 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malgaon village:
- The total population of Malgaon village is around 26,917, including approximately 13,693 males and 13,224 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,970 children aged 0–6 years in Malgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malgaon village has 4,733 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malgaon village is about 73.06%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 67.41%.
- There are around 5,640 households in Malgaon village.
Connectivity of Malgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Malgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Malgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malgaon
- Where is Malgaon located?
- Malgaon village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malgaon is Malgoan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malgaon?
- The pincode of Malgaon is 406407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malgaon is 26,917, with 13,693 males and 13,224 females.
- How many households are there in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgaon village has a total of 5,640 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgaon is 73.06%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 67.41%.