Malkosani - Bilara, Jodhpur
Malkosani is a village situated in the Bilara tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Malkosni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkosani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkosani is 085791. The village covers a total geographical area of 3115.52 hectares and falls under the 342605 pincode. Bilara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Malkosani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malkosani
As per Census 2011, Malkosani village has a total population of 2,692 people, consisting of 1,391 males and 1,301 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 1,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkosani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,391 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 208 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,100 | 572 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 870 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,354 | 521 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Malkosani
Malkosani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bari Khurd | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Goojrawas | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Beejasani | East | 4.31 km |
| Ramasani Sandwan | South | 4.63 km |
| Bari Kalan | East | 4.76 km |
| Tharasani | South-East | 5.55 km |
| Jhurli | North-East | 6.30 km |
| Padasala Kalan | South-West | 6.48 km |
| Lamba | North-West | 7.12 km |
| Bhavi | North | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkosani
Malkosani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagri Nagar, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilara to Malkosani is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Malkosani is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkosani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkosani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malkosani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkosani 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 Malkosani
Where is Malkosani located?
Malkosani village is located in Bilara Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkosani?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkosani is Malkosni.
What is the pincode of Malkosani?
The pincode of Malkosani is 342605.
What is the population of Malkosani?
Malkosani has a total population of 2,692, including 1,391 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Malkosani?
There are 511 households in Malkosani.
What is the literacy rate in Malkosani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkosani is 49.70%. Male literacy is 62.54% and female literacy is 35.97%.