Malegaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Malegaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Hatni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malegaon is 542532. The village covers a total geographical area of 542 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malegaon
As per Census 2011, Malegaon village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 244 males and 218 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 244 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 186 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
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 bus 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 >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 Darwha to Malegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Malegaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malegaon
Where is Malegaon located?
Malegaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malegaon is Hatni.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 445202.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon has a total population of 462, including 244 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
There are 117 households in Malegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon is 71.65%. Male literacy is 76.23% and female literacy is 66.51%.