Machavalahalli - Gudibanda, Chikkaballapura
Machavalahalli is a village situated in the Gudibanda taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudibanda and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Ullodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machavalahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machavalahalli is 623715. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.92 hectares and falls under the 561209 pincode. Gudibanda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Machavalahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagepalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machavalahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Machavalahalli village had a total population of 217 people, including 107 males and 110 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.50%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 45.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Machavalahalli
Machavalahalli 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 Machavalahalli
Public transport in the Machavalahalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudibanda to Machavalahalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Machavalahalli is about 49 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 Machavalahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machavalahalli 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 Machavalahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machavalahalli 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 Machavalahalli
Where is Machavalahalli located?
Machavalahalli village is located in Gudibanda Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machavalahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Machavalahalli is Ullodu.
What is the pincode of Machavalahalli?
The pincode of Machavalahalli is 561209.
What is the population of Machavalahalli?
Machavalahalli had a total population of 217, including 107 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Machavalahalli?
Machavalahalli had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machavalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machavalahalli was 60.50%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 45.54%.