Maradidevigere - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Maradidevigere is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Imangala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maradidevigere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maradidevigere is 606061. The village covers a total geographical area of 2300.85 hectares and falls under the 577558 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Maradidevigere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hiriyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maradidevigere
According to the 2011 Census, Maradidevigere village had a total population of 2,241 people, including 1,103 males and 1,138 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.94%, with male literacy at 79.84% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 741, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,103 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 366 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 780 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 323 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Maradidevigere
Maradidevigere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burujanaroppa | North | 3.68 km |
| Bharamapura | South | 4.20 km |
| Yelakurnahalli | West | 4.53 km |
| Chikkasiddavvanahalli | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Aimangala | East | 4.88 km |
| Adiralu | South-East | 5.69 km |
| Palavvanahalli | North | 7.09 km |
| Thadapinachinnammana Halli | East | 7.11 km |
| Yerehalli | West | 7.33 km |
| Maradihalli | North-East | 7.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maradidevigere
Maradidevigere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddasiddavanha, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiriyur to Maradidevigere is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Maradidevigere is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maradidevigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maradidevigere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maradidevigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maradidevigere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maradidevigere
Where is Maradidevigere located?
Maradidevigere village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maradidevigere?
The Gram Panchayat of Maradidevigere is Imangala.
What is the pincode of Maradidevigere?
The pincode of Maradidevigere is 577558.
What is the population of Maradidevigere?
Maradidevigere had a total population of 2,241, including 1,103 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Maradidevigere?
Maradidevigere had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maradidevigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maradidevigere was 72.94%. Male literacy was 79.84% and female literacy was 66.24%.