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 (%) | |||||||
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| 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 |
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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
- ^ "Village/Town-wise Primary Census Abstract, 2011 - MAHARASHTRA". 13 January 2015.
- ^ "Village/Town-wise Primary Census Abstract, 2011 - MAHARASHTRA". 13 January 2015.
- ^ Census India 2001.
- ^ Census India 2011.
- ^ Running, Train. "MKU/Malkapur railway station". train running status. Train running status. Archived from the original on 16 September 2018. Retrieved 22 June 2017.
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