Mangala - Hanur, Chamarajanagar
Mangala is a village situated in the Hanur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from Kollegal and around 78 km from Chamarajanagar. Mangala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangala is 619851. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578.97 hectares and falls under the 571443 pincode. Hanur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mangala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangala
As per Census 2011, Mangala village has a total population of 3,466 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,733 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,224 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,052 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,466 | 1,733 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,052 | 1,020 | 1,032 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,224 | 1,215 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 518 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Mangala
Mangala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mangala
Mangala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Hanur to Mangala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Mangala is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mangala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mangala
Where is Mangala located?
Mangala village is located in Hanur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangala?
Mangala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangala?
The pincode of Mangala is 571443.
What is the population of Mangala?
Mangala has a total population of 3,466, including 1,733 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Mangala?
There are 775 households in Mangala.
What is the literacy rate in Mangala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangala is 64.17%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 58.22%.