Elinje - Mulki, Dakshina Kannada
Elinje is a village situated in the Mulki taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Mangalore and around 35 km from Mangalore. Aikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elinje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elinje is 617440. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.34 hectares and falls under the 574141 pincode. Mulki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Elinje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moodabidri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elinje
As per Census 2011, Elinje village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 899 males and 1,052 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,573 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elinje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 899 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 62 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 775 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 124 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Elinje
Elinje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aikala | South | 2.09 km |
| Ulipady | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Mundkuru | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Menna Bettu | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Talipady (ct) | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Elathur | West | 4.08 km |
| Kallamundkooru | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Kondemula | South | 4.55 km |
| Balkunje | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Mulladka | North | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elinje
Elinje is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulki, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mulki to Elinje is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Elinje is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elinje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elinje 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 Elinje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elinje 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Elinje
Where is Elinje located?
Elinje village is located in Mulki Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elinje?
The Gram Panchayat of Elinje is Aikala.
What is the pincode of Elinje?
The pincode of Elinje is 574141.
What is the population of Elinje?
Elinje has a total population of 1,951, including 899 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Elinje?
There are 494 households in Elinje.
What is the literacy rate in Elinje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elinje is 80.63%. Male literacy is 86.21% and female literacy is 75.86%.