Mundaje - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Mundaje is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Mundaje village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundaje is 617655. The village covers a total geographical area of 1460.82 hectares and falls under the 574228 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mundaje 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 Mundaje
As per Census 2011, Mundaje village has a total population of 4,259 people, consisting of 2,216 males and 2,043 females. The village has 903 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,345 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 662 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundaje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,259 | 2,216 | 2,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 203 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 291 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 330 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 3,345 | 1,868 | 1,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 348 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Mundaje
Mundaje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamanja | South | 3.31 km |
| Kanyady | West | 3.88 km |
| Chibidre | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Thotathadi | East | 4.45 km |
| Indabettu | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Kadirudyavara | North | 5.34 km |
| Ujire | South-West | 6.20 km |
| Nada | West | 7.19 km |
| Dharmasthala | South | 7.39 km |
| Charmadi | North-East | 8.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundaje
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mundaje. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 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 Beltangady to Mundaje is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Mundaje is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundaje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundaje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mundaje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundaje village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mundaje
Where is Mundaje located?
Mundaje village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundaje?
Mundaje is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundaje?
The pincode of Mundaje is 574228.
What is the population of Mundaje?
Mundaje has a total population of 4,259, including 2,216 males and 2,043 females.
How many households are there in Mundaje?
There are 903 households in Mundaje.
What is the literacy rate in Mundaje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundaje is 78.54%. Male literacy is 84.30% and female literacy is 72.30%.