Malegaon - Barshi, Solapur
Malegaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Malegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 562111. The village covers a total geographical area of 2179 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Malegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon village had a total population of 2,529 people, including 1,292 males and 1,237 females, living in 599 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.22%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 61.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,529 | 1,292 | 1,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,643 | 952 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 886 | 340 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon
Malegaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon
Malegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barshi to Malegaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Malegaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
Malegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 413406.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon had a total population of 2,529, including 1,292 males and 1,237 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
Malegaon had 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon was 72.22%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 61.97%.