Marapalli - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Marapalli is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Mastenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marapalli is 624621. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.94 hectares and falls under the 563159 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Marapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintamani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marapalli
As per Census 2011, Marapalli village has a total population of 1,349 people, consisting of 680 males and 669 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,029 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 680 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 98 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,029 | 524 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 436 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 244 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Marapalli
Marapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallikapura | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Masthenahalli | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Talagavara | South | 1.60 km |
| Konganahalli | East | 2.22 km |
| Kaiwara | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Halsurdinne | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Talagavara Amanikere | South | 2.73 km |
| Muthukadahalli | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Jangamaseegehalli | West | 2.99 km |
| Vaddihalli | South-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marapalli
Marapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hunsenahalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Marapalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Marapalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marapalli 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Marapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marapalli 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 Marapalli
Where is Marapalli located?
Marapalli village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Marapalli is Mastenahalli.
What is the pincode of Marapalli?
The pincode of Marapalli is 563159.
What is the population of Marapalli?
Marapalli has a total population of 1,349, including 680 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Marapalli?
There are 299 households in Marapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Marapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marapalli is 58.19%. Male literacy is 64.12% and female literacy is 52.17%.