Malegaon

Malegaon is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Malegaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Malegaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Malegaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malegaon is 552828. The village spans a total geographical area of 356.05 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Malegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

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Population of Malegaon

Below is a concise population overview of Malegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 862 428 434
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 45 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 13 6 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 60 30 30
Literate Population 572 337 235
Illiterate Population 290 91 199

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malegaon village:

  • The total population of Malegaon village is around 862, including approximately 428 males and 434 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Malegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Malegaon village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 60 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Malegaon village is about 66.36%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 54.15%.
  • There are around 178 households in Malegaon village.

Connectivity of Malegaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Malegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Malegaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Malegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malegaon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malegaon

Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
Malegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Malegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malegaon is 862, with 428 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Malegaon village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malegaon is 66.36%. The male literacy rate is 78.74%, while the female literacy rate is 54.15%.