Malegaon - Murbad, Thane
Malegaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Patgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Malegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 553284. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.96 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon village had a total population of 1,044 people, including 531 males and 513 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.04%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 53.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,031.
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 | 1,044 | 531 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 525 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 321 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 210 | 275 |
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 shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malegaon.
| 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 Badlapur to Malegaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malegaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Malegaon is Patgaon.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 421401.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon had a total population of 1,044, including 531 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
Malegaon had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon was 62.04%. Male literacy was 70.39% and female literacy was 53.48%.