Malkhed

Malkhed is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Malkhed village is also a gram panchayat.

Malkhed has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Malkhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malkhed is 564662. The village spans a total geographical area of 277 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415539. Karad is nearest town to Malkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Malkhed 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 Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Malkhed

Below is a concise population overview of Malkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,389 674 715
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 71 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 260 118 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 8 7
Literate Population 1,041 548 493
Illiterate Population 348 126 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malkhed village:

  • The total population of Malkhed village is around 1,389, including approximately 674 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Malkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malkhed village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malkhed village is about 74.95%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 68.95%.
  • There are around 297 households in Malkhed village.

Connectivity of Malkhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Malkhed 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malkhed

Knowing the nearby villages of Malkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malkhed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Malkhed

Where is Malkhed located?
Malkhed village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkhed?
Malkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Malkhed?
The pincode of Malkhed is 415539, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Malkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malkhed is 1,389, with 674 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Malkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malkhed village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malkhed is 74.95%. The male literacy rate is 81.31%, while the female literacy rate is 68.95%.