Magundi - Narasimharajapura, Chikkamagaluru

Magundi is a village situated in the Narasimharajapura taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Narasimharajapura and around 64 km from Chikmagalur. Magundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Magundi is 609101. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177.88 hectares and falls under the 577160 pincode. Narasimharajapura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Magundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sringeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Magundi

According to the 2011 Census, Magundi village had a total population of 2,143 people, including 1,041 males and 1,102 females, living in 514 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Magundi

Magundi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Magundi

Magundi 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 54.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narasimharajapura to Magundi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Magundi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Magundi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magundi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Magundi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magundi village are given below:

FAQs about Magundi