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.
Malgaon 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Malgaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malgaon village:
- The total population of Malgaon village is around 1,913, including approximately 950 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Malgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malgaon village has 266 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malgaon village is about 80.61%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 74.04%.
- There are around 471 households in Malgaon village.
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%.