Madappady - Sulya, Dakshina Kannada
Madappady is a village situated in the Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sulya and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Madippady serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madappady village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madappady is 617772. The village covers a total geographical area of 5557.19 hectares and falls under the 574218 pincode. Sulya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Madappady village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madappady
As per Census 2011, Madappady village has a total population of 1,757 people, consisting of 887 males and 870 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,413 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madappady are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 887 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 730 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 157 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Madappady
Madappady 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kollamogru | East | 5.70 km |
| Kalmakaru | South-East | 6.43 km |
| Sampaje | South-West | 6.60 km |
| Devachalla | North-West | 6.77 km |
| Hariharapallathadka | North-East | 6.96 km |
| Markanja | West | 7.14 km |
| Nalkooru | North | 7.76 km |
| Aranthodu | South-West | 7.84 km |
| Balagodu | East | 9.26 km |
| Sampaje | South | 9.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madappady
Madappady is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bajakare Halt, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sulya to Madappady is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Madappady is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madappady
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madappady village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madappady
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madappady village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madappady
Where is Madappady located?
Madappady village is located in Sulya Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madappady?
The Gram Panchayat of Madappady is Madippady.
What is the pincode of Madappady?
The pincode of Madappady is 574218.
What is the population of Madappady?
Madappady has a total population of 1,757, including 887 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Madappady?
There are 406 households in Madappady.
What is the literacy rate in Madappady?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madappady is 80.42%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 78.51%.