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
As per Census 2011, Urubage village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 351 males and 402 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urubage are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 753, including 351 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Urubage?
There are 195 households in Urubage.
What is the literacy rate in Urubage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urubage is 77.56%. Male literacy is 82.62% and female literacy is 73.13%.