Malgund
Malgund is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Baxitulisipali is the gram panchayat of Malgund village.
Here you can discover what makes Malgund unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Malgund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Malgund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgund is 423742. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Malgund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Malgund
Population of Malgund
According to the 2011 Census, Malgund has a total population of about 887, with approximately 446 males and 441 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 253 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.47%, with male literacy at about 66.59% and female literacy near 44.22%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Malgund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 887 | 446 | 441 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 129 | 124 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Literate Population | 492 | 297 | 195 |
Illiterate Population | 395 | 149 | 246 |
Connectivity of Malgund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malgund. As per the 2011 stats, Malgund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
---|---|
Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malgund
Knowing the nearby villages of Malgund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malgund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malgund
- Where is Malgund located?
- Malgund village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malgund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malgund is Baxitulisipali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malgund?
- The pincode of Malgund is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malgund is 887, with 446 males and 441 females.
- How many households are there in Malgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgund village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgund is 55.47%. The male literacy rate is 66.59%, while the female literacy rate is 44.22%.