Malgaon
Malgaon is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Malgaon unique in its vibrant Sawantwadi-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Malgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Malgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgaon is 566848. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.88 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Malgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Malgaon
Population of Malgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malgaon has a total population of about 1,913, with approximately 950 males and 963 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.61%, with male literacy at about 87.26% and female literacy near 74.04%. There are around 471 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,913 | 950 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 829 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 121 | 250 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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 Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
- Malgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malgaon is 1,913, with 950 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgaon village has a total of 471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgaon is 80.61%. The male literacy rate is 87.26%, while the female literacy rate is 74.04%.