Malgarh - Bhadrajun, Jalore
Malgarh is a village situated in the Bhadrajun tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 47 km from Ahore and around 65 km from Jalor. Norwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malgarh is 089144. The village covers a total geographical area of 3421 hectares and falls under the 307029 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Malgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ahore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malgarh
As per Census 2011, Malgarh village has a total population of 2,477 people, consisting of 1,306 males and 1,171 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 1,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,080 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,477 | 1,306 | 1,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 244 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 556 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 643 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 663 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Malgarh
Malgarh 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 Malgarh
Malgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pali to Malgarh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Malgarh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malgarh 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 Malgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malgarh
Where is Malgarh located?
Malgarh village is located in Bhadrajun Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Malgarh is Norwa.
What is the pincode of Malgarh?
The pincode of Malgarh is 307029.
What is the population of Malgarh?
Malgarh has a total population of 2,477, including 1,306 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Malgarh?
There are 465 households in Malgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Malgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malgarh is 37.02%. Male literacy is 49.23% and female literacy is 23.40%.