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Malkapur, Buldhana

Malkapur is a city and municipality in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra, India. It is Known for its historical and economic significance.

Demographics

According to the 2011 census, Malkapur Municipal Council has a population of 67,740. In which 34,693 are males and 33,047 females . Malkapur has an average literacy rate of 82%, higher than the national average of 75%. The male literacy is 89% and female literacy is 75%. In Malkapur, 20% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Year Male Female Total Population Change Religion (%)
Hindu Muslim Christian Sikhs Buddhist Jain Other religions and persuasions Religion not stated
2001 31398 29614 61012 - 51.393 41.739 0.113 0.098 4.183 2.460 0.013 0.000
2011 34693 33047 67740 0.110 46.826 45.638 0.145 0.035 4.519 2.325 0.012 0.500

Transport

Malkapur is located on the Hajira - Kolkata National Highway 6, which is a part of the Asian Highway 46 from Kharagpur to Dhule.Malkapur railway station lies on the Howrah-Nagpur-Mumbai line.

Road

  • National Highway 6 (NH 6): Malkapur is situated on NH 6, which is a major highway connecting Kolkata and Mumbai. This facilitates easy road access to major cities and towns.
  • State Highways: In addition to NH 6, several state highways connect Malkapur to neighboring towns and districts, ensuring good intra-state connectivity.
  • Local Transport: Buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis are commonly used for local transport within the town and nearby areas.

Rail

  • Malkapur Railway Station: Located on the Howrah-Nagpur-Mumbai line, the railway station is a crucial part of the town's connectivity. It links Malkapur to major cities like Nagpur, Mumbai, and Kolkata, providing regular passenger and freight services.

Air

  • Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is in Nagpur, approximately 300 kilometers away. It offers domestic and limited international flights, connecting Malkapur to various parts of India and select global destinations.

References

  1. ^ "Village/Town-wise Primary Census Abstract, 2011 - MAHARASHTRA". 13 January 2015.
  2. ^ "Village/Town-wise Primary Census Abstract, 2011 - MAHARASHTRA". 13 January 2015.
  3. ^ Census India 2001.
  4. ^ Census India 2011.
  5. ^ Running, Train. "MKU/Malkapur railway station". train running status. Train running status. Retrieved 22 June 2017.