Malodi - Bhiwandi, Thane
Malodi is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Malodi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malodi is 552483. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Malodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malodi
According to the 2011 Census, Malodi village had a total population of 1,732 people, including 921 males and 811 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.62%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 70.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,125.
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 | 1,732 | 921 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 604 | 521 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 672 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 249 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Malodi
Malodi 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 Malodi
Malodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malodi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhiwandi to Malodi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malodi is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malodi
Where is Malodi located?
Malodi village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malodi?
Malodi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malodi?
The pincode of Malodi is 421302.
What is the population of Malodi?
Malodi had a total population of 1,732, including 921 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Malodi?
Malodi had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malodi was 78.62%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 70.93%.