Malgaon
Malgaon is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Malgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malgaon is 423398. The village spans a total geographical area of 361 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Malgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malgaon
Population of Malgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Malgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,247 | 635 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 174 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 246 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 413 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 222 | 341 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malgaon village:
- The total population of Malgaon village is around 1,247, including approximately 635 males and 612 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Malgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malgaon village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malgaon village is about 54.85%, with male literacy at 65.04% and female literacy at 44.28%.
- There are around 300 households in Malgaon village.
Connectivity of Malgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Malgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Malgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malgaon
- Where is Malgaon located?
- Malgaon village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malgaon?
- Malgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Malgaon?
- The pincode of Malgaon is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malgaon is 1,247, with 635 males and 612 females.
- How many households are there in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malgaon village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malgaon is 54.85%. The male literacy rate is 65.04%, while the female literacy rate is 44.28%.