Nandigave - Narasimharajapura, Chikkamagaluru

Nandigave is a village situated in the Narasimharajapura taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from Narasimharajapura and around 77 km from Chikmagalur. Honnekudige ( Hanthuvine) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandigave village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandigave is 609070. The village covers a total geographical area of 2383.35 hectares and falls under the 577134 pincode. N.r.pura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.

Nandigave 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 Nandigave

According to the 2011 Census, Nandigave village had a total population of 198 people, including 101 males and 97 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.18%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 48.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.

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

Nearby Villages of Nandigave

Nandigave 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 Nandigave

Public transport in the Nandigave is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarikere Junction, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from N.r.pura to Nandigave is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Nandigave is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Nandigave

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

Health Facilities in Nandigave

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

FAQs about Nandigave