Malkhambi - Malshiras, Solapur
Malkhambi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Malkhambi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkhambi is 562482. The village covers a total geographical area of 833 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Malkhambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkhambi
As per Census 2011, Malkhambi village has a total population of 2,780 people, consisting of 1,491 males and 1,289 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,834 literate and 946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 951 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkhambi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,780 | 1,491 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 180 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 951 | 514 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 1,085 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 406 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Malkhambi
Malkhambi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vithalwadi | East | 2.39 km |
| Borgaon | North | 2.73 km |
| Bondale | South | 2.80 km |
| Ughadewadi | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Khalawe | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Jambud | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Tondale | South | 5.29 km |
| Dasur | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Mire | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Khandali | North-West | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkhambi
Malkhambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Malkhambi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Malkhambi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkhambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkhambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malkhambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkhambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Malkhambi
Where is Malkhambi located?
Malkhambi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkhambi?
Malkhambi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malkhambi?
The pincode of Malkhambi is 413112.
What is the population of Malkhambi?
Malkhambi has a total population of 2,780, including 1,491 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Malkhambi?
There are 576 households in Malkhambi.
What is the literacy rate in Malkhambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkhambi is 65.97%. Male literacy is 72.77% and female literacy is 58.11%.