Mogru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Mogru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Bandaru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mogru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mogru is 617671. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030.58 hectares and falls under the 574241 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mogru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mogru
As per Census 2011, Mogru village has a total population of 2,152 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,071 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mogru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,152 | 1,081 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 109 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 83 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 872 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 209 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Mogru
Mogru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajathuru | South | 3.56 km |
| Bandaru | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Ilanthila | West | 4.32 km |
| Urvalu | West | 4.64 km |
| G0lithattu | East | 4.90 km |
| Uppinangady (ct) | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Kaniyooru | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Hirebandadi | South-West | 7.00 km |
| Karaya | West | 7.24 km |
| Ramakunja | South | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mogru
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mogru. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 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 Puttur to Mogru is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Mogru is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mogru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mogru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mogru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mogru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mogru
Where is Mogru located?
Mogru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mogru?
The Gram Panchayat of Mogru is Bandaru.
What is the pincode of Mogru?
The pincode of Mogru is 574241.
What is the population of Mogru?
Mogru has a total population of 2,152, including 1,081 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Mogru?
There are 427 households in Mogru.
What is the literacy rate in Mogru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mogru is 76.21%. Male literacy is 80.67% and female literacy is 71.71%.