Malarpalya - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Malarpalya is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Gowdahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malarpalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malarpalya is 619796. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.35 hectares and falls under the 571441 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Malarpalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malarpalya
As per Census 2011, Malarpalya village has a total population of 902 people, consisting of 467 males and 435 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malarpalya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 | 467 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 285 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 182 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Malarpalya
Malarpalya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| A.devarahalli | North | 1.17 km |
| Alkereagrahara | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Shivakahalli | North | 2.53 km |
| Bannisarige | North | 3.09 km |
| Vadagere | South | 3.28 km |
| Gowdahalli | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Ganiganur | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Kunagalli | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Komaranapura | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Agara | North | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malarpalya
Malarpalya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yelandur to Malarpalya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Malarpalya is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malarpalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malarpalya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malarpalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malarpalya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malarpalya
Where is Malarpalya located?
Malarpalya village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malarpalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Malarpalya is Gowdahalli.
What is the pincode of Malarpalya?
The pincode of Malarpalya is 571441.
What is the population of Malarpalya?
Malarpalya has a total population of 902, including 467 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Malarpalya?
There are 231 households in Malarpalya.
What is the literacy rate in Malarpalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malarpalya is 53.33%. Male literacy is 61.03% and female literacy is 45.06%.