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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Malegaon village had a total population of 462 people, including 244 males and 218 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Malegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Malegaon is Hatni.
What is the pincode of Malegaon?
The pincode of Malegaon is 445202.
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon had a total population of 462, including 244 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Malegaon?
Malegaon had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malegaon was 81.13%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 74.36%.