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Malwan Population Data

Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.

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Malwan Population 2026

1,04,771 (Estimated)

Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.

Next Census 2027
1,04,358
Projected Estimate

Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of -0.43% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.

Malwan Population 2026

Malwan is a city located in Sindhudurg District, Maharashtra, India. As of 2026, the estimated population of Malwan is 1,04,809, based on Census 2011 data and a growth rate of -0.43% per annum. According to Census 2011, Malwan had a population of 1,11,807. The population comprises 55,010 males and 56,797 females.

Looking ahead, the projected population of Malwan for Census 2027 is estimated to be 1,04,358, assuming the current growth trend continues.

Demographics of Malwan

The sex ratio of Malwan is 1032 females per 1000 males, which meets or exceeds the national average of 940. This demographic indicator reflects the gender balance and social conditions within the city.

Malwan serves as an important urban center in Sindhudurg District, contributing to the region's economic and social development. The city's demographic profile has evolved over successive census periods, reflecting changes in urbanization, migration, and development patterns.

Malwan Literacy and Education

Education is a key development indicator, and Malwan has achieved a literacy rate of 81.4% as per Census 2011. This literacy rate reflects the city's commitment to education and human development.

The city continues to work towards improving educational outcomes, with various initiatives focused on increasing access to quality education for all residents.

Historical Growth (2001-2011)

Between Census 2001 and Census 2011, Malwan experienced a population growth of -4.2%, growing from 1,16,682 to 1,11,807. The annual compound growth rate during this period was -0.43%. This growth pattern provides insights into the city's development trajectory and helps in planning for future infrastructure and services.

Census 2011 Data

Official
👥Total Population
1,11,807
📖Literacy Rate
81.4%
⚖️Sex Ratio
1032
per 1000 Males
🏠Households
28,924
👶

Child (0-6) Stats

Future Generation • 7.5% of total pop

Child Sex Ratio 923

Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)

Boys 4,338
Girls 4,004

Literacy Gap

7.9% Diff
Male Literacy 85.4%
Female Literacy 77.5%
SC Population
7,015
6.3% of total
ST Population
785
0.7% of total
👷

Workforce Economy

Primary occupation: services & industries

Worker Participation Rate 42%
Main Workers 30,164

Employment > 6 months/year

Marginal Workers 16,241

Employment < 6 months/year

Employment Sectors

Other Workers (Services/Ind) 45.9%
Cultivators (Farmers) 30.8%
Agricultural Laborers 20.5%
Household Industries 2.8%

Villages & Towns

135 locations
Name Type Population
malwan (m cl) Village 18,648
wayari Village 2,892
devbag Village 2,814
kumbharmath Village 2,112
tarkarli Village 1,780
chauke Village 1,749
tondavali Village 1,741
sukalwad Village 1,734
nandos Village 1,682
pendur Village 1,657
wayangani Village 1,653
warad Village 1,638
shirvande Village 1,609
poip Village 1,546
kusarave Village 1,494
ovaliye Village 1,408
hedul Village 1,318
hiwale Village 1,299
golwan Village 1,291
guram nagari Village 1,256
katta Village 1,254
deulwada Village 1,250
malgaon Village 1,216
asarondi Village 1,212
achare Village 1,204
hadi Village 1,144
kolamb Village 1,096
nhive Village 1,078
dhamapur Village 1,038
devli Village 1,013
sarjekot Village 1,004
rathivade Village 987
wadachapat Village 976
ramgad Village 961
parwadi Village 942
math bk. Village 894
kalse Village 885
gothane Village 855
shrawan Village 854
nandrukh Village 840
masade Village 831
talgaon Village 809
kandalgaon Village 770
khotale Village 769
waingavade Village 765
gavathanwadi Village 762
varachichawadi Village 734
marde Village 710
masure Village 705
amdos Village 700
kharare Village 686
asagani Village 683
nirom Village 679
ghadiwadi Village 678
kirlos Village 676
weral Village 654
hirlewadi Village 653
anandvhal Village 631
salel Village 626
shemadranewadi Village 603
pirawadi Village 581
trimbak Village 575
chunavare Village 570
chindar Village 564
bilvas Village 559
budhavale Village 544
chafekhol Village 537
tiravde Village 523
ghumade Village 511
sadewadi Village 504
kumame Village 500
teraiwadi Village 498
mhavlunge Village 493
malkewadi Village 484
wak Village 481
belachiwadi Village 474
katvad Village 463
bagadwadi Village 462
kava Village 460
palayewadi Village 455
kalethar Village 449
waghavane Village 446
gaonkarwada Village 444
mahan Village 442
malond Village 434
palasmb Village 406
kothewada Village 402
parad Village 398
bagwadi Village 397
parabwada Village 397
ozar Village 395
gavathan Village 381
gaudwadi Village 374
dongrewadi Village 372
anganewadi Village 353
amavane Village 351
dikval Village 325
kudopi Village 322
kumbharwadi Village 319
amberi Village 314
mala Village 305
advali Village 302
mogarne Village 301
chander Village 298
malewadi Village 293
revandi Village 288
khand Village 286
palikadilwadi Village 285
kunkavale Village 278
aparadhwadi Village 275
bandiwade bk. Village 272
sonarwada Village 269
magvane Village 252
jamdul Village 249
nagzar Village 243
gavaliwadi Village 232
khanjanwadi Village 226
bhatwadi Village 204
bhogalewadi Village 190
karlachavhal Village 190
pedave Village 187
wadi dangmode Village 183
margtad Village 178
sayyad juva Village 175
bagavewadi Village 174
tembwadi Village 174
juva pankhol Village 152
bhagawantgad Village 130
dangmode Village 127
malandi Village 124
khervand Village 112
koil Village 110
bandiwade kh. Village 109
palkarwadi Village 87
bhandarwada Village 0

Historical Comparison (2001-2011)

Decadal Change
Metric Census 2001 Census 2011 Change
Population 1,16,682 1,11,807 -4.18%
Literacy Rate 73.96% 81.4% +7.4%
Sex Ratio 1088 1032 -56
Decadal Growth Rate
-4.18%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
-0.43%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Malwan in 2026?
The estimated population of Malwan in 2026 is 1,04,809. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of -0.43%.
What is the literacy rate of Malwan?
The literacy rate of Malwan is 81.4% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Malwan?
The sex ratio of Malwan is 1032 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Malwan in 2027?
The projected population of Malwan in 2027 is 1,04,358. This projection is based on the -0.43% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Malwan population changed since 2001?
Malwan population grew from 1,16,682 in 2001 to 1,11,807 in 2011, a decadal growth of -4.18%. The annual compound growth rate was -0.43%.
What was the population of Malwan in Census 2011?
According to Census 2011, Malwan had a total population of 1,11,807. This comprised 55,010 males and 56,797 females.

📊 Comparison & Rankings

🏆
Rank in Sindhudurg District
#5 of 8
By population size
🎯
Rank in Maharashtra
#304 of 356
Among all talukas/cities in state

Comparison with Averages

Metric Malwan Sindhudurg Avg Maharashtra Avg
Literacy Rate 81.4%
77.51% ↑ 3.9%
69.46% ↑ 11.9%
Sex Ratio 1032
1043 ↓ 11
958 ↑ 74

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