Moduru Kaval - Challakere, Chitradurga
Moduru Kaval is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Renukapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moduru Kaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moduru Kaval is 605373. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.82 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Moduru Kaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moduru Kaval
As per Census 2011, Moduru Kaval village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 35 males and 44 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,257 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moduru Kaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 7 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Moduru Kaval
Moduru Kaval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakumagondanahalli | West | 1.64 km |
| Moduru | East | 1.70 km |
| Gudihalli | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Thappagondanahalli | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Jajur | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Nagagondanahalli | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Kasavigondanahalli | North | 3.83 km |
| Jajuru Kaval | South | 4.23 km |
| Kyatagondanahalli | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Mylanahalli | North-West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moduru Kaval
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Moduru Kaval. The nearest railway station is Thallak, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 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 Challakere to Moduru Kaval is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Moduru Kaval 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 Moduru Kaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moduru Kaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Moduru Kaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moduru Kaval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moduru Kaval
Where is Moduru Kaval located?
Moduru Kaval village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moduru Kaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Moduru Kaval is Renukapura.
What is the pincode of Moduru Kaval?
The pincode of Moduru Kaval is 577522.
What is the population of Moduru Kaval?
Moduru Kaval has a total population of 79, including 35 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Moduru Kaval?
There are 13 households in Moduru Kaval.
What is the literacy rate in Moduru Kaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moduru Kaval is 56.96%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 38.64%.