Malgaon - Miraj, Sangli
Malgaon is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Malgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 568728. The village covers a total geographical area of 5625 hectares and falls under the 416407 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Malgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
As per Census 2011, Malgaon village has a total population of 26,917 people, consisting of 13,693 males and 13,224 females. The village has 5,640 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,970 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,666 literate and 7,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Malgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malewadi | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Manmodi | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Tanang | West | 4.87 km |
| Siddhewadi | North | 5.09 km |
| Takali | South-West | 5.35 km |
| Gundewadi | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Kalambi | North-West | 6.24 km |
| Bolwad | South | 6.71 km |
| Savali | West | 6.80 km |
| Kanadwadi | North-West | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malgaon
Malgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bolwad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Malgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Malgaon is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malgaon 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 Malgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malgaon is Malgoan.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 416407.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon has a total population of 26,917, including 13,693 males and 13,224 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
There are 5,640 households in Malgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon is 73.06%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 67.41%.