Mustalagummi - Challakere, Chitradurga
Mustalagummi is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Abbenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mustalagummi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mustalagummi is 605233. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.92 hectares and falls under the 577536 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mustalagummi 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 Mustalagummi
As per Census 2011, Mustalagummi village has a total population of 1,305 people, consisting of 676 males and 629 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,054 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mustalagummi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 676 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 543 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 563 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 113 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Mustalagummi
Mustalagummi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maleboranahatti | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Surammanhalli | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chowlakere | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Hudem | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Harvinadoddi | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Abbaiahnahalli | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Mathigarahalli | East | 4.87 km |
| Thippehalli | West | 5.40 km |
| Chikkobanahalli | North | 5.79 km |
| Koradihalli | South-West | 6.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mustalagummi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mustalagummi. The nearest railway station is Bommagundanakere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Mustalagummi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Mustalagummi 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 Mustalagummi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mustalagummi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mustalagummi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mustalagummi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mustalagummi
Where is Mustalagummi located?
Mustalagummi village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mustalagummi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mustalagummi is Abbenahalli.
What is the pincode of Mustalagummi?
The pincode of Mustalagummi is 577536.
What is the population of Mustalagummi?
Mustalagummi has a total population of 1,305, including 676 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Mustalagummi?
There are 256 households in Mustalagummi.
What is the literacy rate in Mustalagummi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mustalagummi is 71.88%. Male literacy is 83.28% and female literacy is 59.62%.