Madrahalli - Gundlupet, Chamarajanagar
Madrahalli is a village situated in the Gundlupet taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gundlupet and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Nenekatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madrahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madrahalli is 619493. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.55 hectares and falls under the 571111 pincode. Gundlupet is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Madrahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gundlupet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madrahalli
As per Census 2011, Madrahalli village has a total population of 1,145 people, consisting of 558 males and 587 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madrahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 558 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 210 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 330 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 228 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Madrahalli
Madrahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malavalli | North | 1.39 km |
| Veeranapura | East | 2.40 km |
| Bendagalli | North | 2.44 km |
| Panjanahalli | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Dumdasanapura | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Nenekatte | West | 2.86 km |
| Vasthilinganapura | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Agathagowdanahalli | North | 3.94 km |
| Vijayapura | South | 4.10 km |
| Garaganahalli | North | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madrahalli
Madrahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konanur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gundlupet to Madrahalli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Madrahalli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madrahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madrahalli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madrahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madrahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madrahalli
Where is Madrahalli located?
Madrahalli village is located in Gundlupet Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madrahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Madrahalli is Nenekatte.
What is the pincode of Madrahalli?
The pincode of Madrahalli is 571111.
What is the population of Madrahalli?
Madrahalli has a total population of 1,145, including 558 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Madrahalli?
There are 282 households in Madrahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Madrahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madrahalli is 53.80%. Male literacy is 59.14% and female literacy is 48.72%.