Myakalurahalli - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Myakalurahalli is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Babbur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Myakalurahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Myakalurahalli is 606135. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.4 hectares and falls under the 577599 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Myakalurahalli 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 Myakalurahalli
As per Census 2011, Myakalurahalli village has a total population of 2,744 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,313 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,624 literate and 1,120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Myakalurahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,744 | 1,431 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 176 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 350 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 943 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,120 | 488 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Myakalurahalli
Myakalurahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gannayakanahalli | North | 2.86 km |
| Babbur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Yaradakatte | West | 3.47 km |
| Metikurke | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Huchavvanahalli | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Balenahalli | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Sevalalnagar | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Hemadala | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Kariobenahalli | North | 5.87 km |
| Mayasandra | South-West | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Myakalurahalli
Myakalurahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doddasiddavanha, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 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 Hiriyur to Myakalurahalli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Myakalurahalli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Myakalurahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Myakalurahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Myakalurahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Myakalurahalli 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 Myakalurahalli
Where is Myakalurahalli located?
Myakalurahalli village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Myakalurahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Myakalurahalli is Babbur.
What is the pincode of Myakalurahalli?
The pincode of Myakalurahalli is 577599.
What is the population of Myakalurahalli?
Myakalurahalli has a total population of 2,744, including 1,431 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Myakalurahalli?
There are 575 households in Myakalurahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Myakalurahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Myakalurahalli is 59.18%. Male literacy is 65.90% and female literacy is 51.87%.