Muchalam
Muchalam is a village located in Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Basavakalyan (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Muchlam is the gram panchayat of Muchalam village.
Muchalam has its own place in the vibrant Bidar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Muchalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Muchalam is 599736. The village spans a total geographical area of 1715.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585327. Basavakalyan is nearest town to Muchalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Muchalam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Muchalam
Population of Muchalam
Below is a concise population overview of Muchalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,533 | 2,267 | 2,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 255 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 504 | 466 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 356 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 2,637 | 1,520 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 747 | 1,149 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Muchalam village:
- The total population of Muchalam village is around 4,533, including approximately 2,267 males and 2,266 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 504 children aged 0–6 years in Muchalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Muchalam village has 970 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 678 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Muchalam village is about 58.17%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 49.29%.
- There are around 941 households in Muchalam village.
Connectivity of Muchalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Muchalam. As per the 2011 stats, Muchalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Muchalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Muchalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Muchalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Muchalam
- Where is Muchalam located?
- Muchalam village is situated in Basavakalyan Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Muchalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Muchalam is Muchlam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Muchalam?
- The pincode of Muchalam is 585327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Muchalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muchalam is 4,533, with 2,267 males and 2,266 females.
- How many households are there in Muchalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Muchalam village has a total of 941 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Muchalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muchalam is 58.17%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 49.29%.