Malegaon(Kali) - Karanja, Wardha
Malegaon(Kali) is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Malegaon Kali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malegaon(Kali) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon(Kali) is 533558. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.14 hectares and falls under the 442106 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Malegaon(Kali) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon(Kali)
As per Census 2011, Malegaon(Kali) village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 468 males and 461 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malegaon(Kali) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 468 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 366 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 102 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Malegaon(Kali)
Malegaon(Kali) 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(Kali)
Malegaon(Kali) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Arvi to Malegaon(Kali) is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Malegaon(Kali) is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malegaon(Kali)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malegaon(Kali) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malegaon(Kali)
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(Kali) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon(Kali)
Where is Malegaon(Kali) located?
Malegaon(Kali) village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon(Kali)?
The Gram Panchayat of Malegaon(Kali) is Malegaon Kali.
What is the pincode of Malegaon(Kali)?
The pincode of Malegaon(Kali) is 442106.
What is the population of Malegaon(Kali)?
Malegaon(Kali) has a total population of 929, including 468 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon(Kali)?
There are 223 households in Malegaon(Kali).
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon(Kali)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon(Kali) is 71.69%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 65.08%.