Madlur - Yaragatti, Belagavi
Madlur is a village situated in the Yaragatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Parasgad and around 72 km from Belgaum. Madlur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madlur is 598187. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.52 hectares and falls under the 591117 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Madlur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madlur
As per Census 2011, Madlur village has a total population of 2,090 people, consisting of 1,071 males and 1,019 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 1,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madlur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,071 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 158 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 644 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,032 | 427 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Madlur
Madlur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrirangapur | North | 2.39 km |
| Mabanur | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Venkateshnagar | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Aladakatti K.y | South | 3.94 km |
| Manolli | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Benakatti | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Dhupdal | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Karlakatti | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Jeevapur | North | 6.20 km |
| Tallur | North-West | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madlur
Madlur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Suladhal, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Madlur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Madlur is about 72 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 Madlur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madlur 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 Madlur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madlur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madlur
Where is Madlur located?
Madlur village is located in Yaragatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madlur?
Madlur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madlur?
The pincode of Madlur is 591117.
What is the population of Madlur?
Madlur has a total population of 2,090, including 1,071 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Madlur?
There are 381 households in Madlur.
What is the literacy rate in Madlur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madlur is 50.62%. Male literacy is 60.13% and female literacy is 40.63%.