Madadakere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Madadakere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Madadakere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madadakere is 605938. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457.62 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Madadakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madadakere
As per Census 2011, Madadakere village has a total population of 2,312 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,202 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madadakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,312 | 1,110 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 158 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 95 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 761 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 349 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Madadakere
Madadakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallapura | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Ramajjanahalli | South | 3.24 km |
| Kenkere | North | 3.43 km |
| Rangavvanahalli | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Seeranakatte | East | 4.23 km |
| Hullukatti | West | 4.26 km |
| Veeravvanagathihalli | West | 4.27 km |
| Iyyanahalli | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Hanumanahalli | North | 5.00 km |
| Bevinahalli | South-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madadakere
Madadakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hosdurga to Madadakere is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Madadakere is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madadakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madadakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madadakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madadakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Madadakere
Where is Madadakere located?
Madadakere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madadakere?
Madadakere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madadakere?
The pincode of Madadakere is 577527.
What is the population of Madadakere?
Madadakere has a total population of 2,312, including 1,110 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Madadakere?
There are 491 households in Madadakere.
What is the literacy rate in Madadakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madadakere is 63.45%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 58.74%.