Molkhera - Homnabad, Bidar
Molkhera is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Maniknagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molkhera is 600291. The village covers a total geographical area of 740.97 hectares and falls under the 585330 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Molkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molkhera
As per Census 2011, Molkhera village has a total population of 2,851 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,393 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,603 literate and 1,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 661 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molkhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,851 | 1,458 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 224 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 448 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 334 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 958 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 500 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Molkhera
Molkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadawanti | East | 1.98 km |
| Yerbagh | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Maniknagar | East | 3.41 km |
| Rajeshwar | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Sadlapur | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Mustapur | South | 6.07 km |
| Islampur | West | 6.43 km |
| Dhumansoor | North-East | 6.67 km |
| Kankatta | North | 6.96 km |
| Kallur | South | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molkhera
Public transport in the Molkhera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Molkhera is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Molkhera is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Molkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Molkhera
Where is Molkhera located?
Molkhera village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Molkhera is Maniknagar.
What is the pincode of Molkhera?
The pincode of Molkhera is 585330.
What is the population of Molkhera?
Molkhera has a total population of 2,851, including 1,458 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Molkhera?
There are 463 households in Molkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Molkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkhera is 56.23%. Male literacy is 65.71% and female literacy is 46.30%.