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
As per Census 2011, Malegaon village has a total population of 2,529 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,237 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,643 literate and 886 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malegaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,529, including 1,292 males and 1,237 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
There are 599 households in Malegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon is 64.97%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 55.86%.