Coove - Mudigere, Chikkamagaluru
Coove is a village situated in the Mudigere taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from Mudigere and around 68 km from Chikmagalur. Coove village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Coove is 609912. The village covers a total geographical area of 2265.67 hectares and falls under the 577160 pincode. Mudigere is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Coove village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudigere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Coove
As per Census 2011, Coove village has a total population of 2,753 people, consisting of 1,383 males and 1,370 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,714 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,086 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Coove are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,753 | 1,383 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 138 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,086 | 537 | 549 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 950 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 433 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Coove
Coove 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koradathalgur | East | 1.86 km |
| Kalmane | West | 2.82 km |
| Markal | South | 3.03 km |
| Hadivoni | North | 3.53 km |
| Maliganadu | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Bikkarane | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Niduvale | South | 5.15 km |
| Idkani | West | 5.63 km |
| Darshana | East | 5.72 km |
| Magundi | North | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Coove
Coove is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chikkamanglur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mudigere to Coove is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Coove is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Coove
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Coove 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Coove
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Coove village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Coove
Where is Coove located?
Coove village is located in Mudigere Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Coove?
Coove is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Coove?
The pincode of Coove is 577160.
What is the population of Coove?
Coove has a total population of 2,753, including 1,383 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Coove?
There are 693 households in Coove.
What is the literacy rate in Coove?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Coove is 62.26%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 55.77%.