Urubage - Mudigere, Chikkamagaluru
Urubage is a village situated in the Mudigere taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Mudigere and around 55 km from Chikmagalur. Urubage village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urubage is 609995. The village covers a total geographical area of 3124.16 hectares and falls under the 577132 pincode. Mudigere is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Urubage 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 Urubage
According to the 2011 Census, Urubage village had a total population of 753 people, including 351 males and 402 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.79%, with male literacy at 88.96% and female literacy at 79.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 753 | 351 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 290 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 61 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Urubage
Urubage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosakere | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Hemmadi | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Mularahalli | North-West | 3.79 km |
| U.hosahalli | East | 4.05 km |
| Gowdahalli | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Mekanagadde | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Byduvalli | North | 4.44 km |
| Byduvalli Estate | North | 4.53 km |
| Byrapura | South | 5.21 km |
| Gutti | North-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urubage
Urubage is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donigal, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mudigere to Urubage is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Urubage is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urubage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urubage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urubage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urubage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urubage
Where is Urubage located?
Urubage village is located in Mudigere Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urubage?
Urubage is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urubage?
The pincode of Urubage is 577132.
What is the population of Urubage?
Urubage had a total population of 753, including 351 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Urubage?
Urubage had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urubage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urubage was 83.79%. Male literacy was 88.96% and female literacy was 79.25%.