Malegaon - Wardha
Malegaon is a village situated in the Wardha tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Wardha, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Paloti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 534092. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.29 hectares and falls under the 442106 pincode.
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 Wardha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Malegaon
Malegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirapur | West | 1.70 km |
| Paloti | East | 1.81 km |
| Meghapur | West | 1.90 km |
| Salod (hirapur) | North | 2.37 km |
| Afzalpur | West | 3.17 km |
| Selsura | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Wadadha | South | 3.40 km |
| Banpur | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Shampur | North | 3.90 km |
| Padhegaon (saza Salod Hi) | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malegaon
Malegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wardha Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Wardha to Malegaon is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Wardha Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malegaon is Paloti.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 442106.