Malgaon - Satara
Malgaon is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Malgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgaon is 563773. The village covers a total geographical area of 1327 hectares and falls under the 415011 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgaon
As per Census 2011, Malgaon village has a total population of 3,896 people, consisting of 1,929 males and 1,967 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,192 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,896 | 1,929 | 1,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 177 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 186 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,192 | 1,686 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 243 | 461 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nhalewadi | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Vangal | South | 2.61 km |
| Gove | West | 2.87 km |
| Kholvadi | North | 2.91 km |
| Govedigar | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Shivthar | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Revdi | East | 4.21 km |
| Arabwadi | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Nikamwadi | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Arphal | South | 4.60 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 Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 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 Satara to Malgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgaon
Where is Malgaon located?
Malgaon village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
Malgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malgaon?
The pincode of Malgaon is 415011.
What is the population of Malgaon?
Malgaon has a total population of 3,896, including 1,929 males and 1,967 females.
How many households are there in Malgaon?
There are 854 households in Malgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgaon is 81.93%. Male literacy is 87.40% and female literacy is 76.56%.