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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Machavalahalli village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 107 males and 110 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machavalahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 217, including 107 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Machavalahalli?
There are 45 households in Machavalahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Machavalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machavalahalli is 55.76%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 41.82%.