Malewad
Malewad is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Malewad village is also a gram panchayat.
Malewad has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 Malewad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malewad is 566878. The village spans a total geographical area of 1394 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Malewad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Malewad
Population of Malewad
Below is a concise population overview of Malewad 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 | 2,820 | 1,409 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,308 | 1,220 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 189 | 323 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malewad village:
- The total population of Malewad village is around 2,820, including approximately 1,409 males and 1,411 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Malewad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malewad village has 192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malewad village is about 81.84%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 77.11%.
- There are around 671 households in Malewad village.
Connectivity of Malewad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malewad. As per the 2011 stats, Malewad 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 Malewad
Knowing the nearby villages of Malewad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malewad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malewad
- Where is Malewad located?
- Malewad village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malewad?
- Malewad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Malewad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malewad is 2,820, with 1,409 males and 1,411 females.
- How many households are there in Malewad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malewad village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malewad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malewad is 81.84%. The male literacy rate is 86.59%, while the female literacy rate is 77.11%.