Maligaon - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Maligaon is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Maligaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maligaon is 424493. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Maligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maligaon
As per Census 2011, Maligaon village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 110 males and 108 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maligaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 110 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 74 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Maligaon
Maligaon 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 Maligaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maligaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Maligaon is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maligaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maligaon 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 Maligaon
Where is Maligaon located?
Maligaon village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maligaon?
Maligaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maligaon?
The pincode of Maligaon is 766026.
What is the population of Maligaon?
Maligaon has a total population of 218, including 110 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Maligaon?
There are 55 households in Maligaon.
What is the literacy rate in Maligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maligaon is 26.15%. Male literacy is 32.73% and female literacy is 19.44%.