Machanaikanahalli Kaval - Channagiri, Davanagere
Machanaikanahalli Kaval is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Honnebagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machanaikanahalli Kaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machanaikanahalli Kaval is 607052. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.82 hectares and falls under the 577213 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Machanaikanahalli Kaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machanaikanahalli Kaval
As per Census 2011, Machanaikanahalli Kaval village has a total population of 85 people, consisting of 48 males and 37 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 770 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machanaikanahalli Kaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Machanaikanahalli Kaval
Machanaikanahalli Kaval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurupura | North | 1.17 km |
| Machanaikanahalli | South | 1.32 km |
| Channagiri (rural) | West | 1.82 km |
| Muddenahalli | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Narashettihalli | East | 2.60 km |
| Garaga | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Honnebagi | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Honnaikanahalli | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Thippagondanahalli | South | 3.42 km |
| Bussenahalli | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machanaikanahalli Kaval
Machanaikanahalli Kaval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nulemuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 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 Channagiri to Machanaikanahalli Kaval is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Machanaikanahalli Kaval is about 66 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 Machanaikanahalli Kaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machanaikanahalli Kaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machanaikanahalli Kaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machanaikanahalli Kaval 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machanaikanahalli Kaval
Where is Machanaikanahalli Kaval located?
Machanaikanahalli Kaval village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machanaikanahalli Kaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Machanaikanahalli Kaval is Honnebagi.
What is the pincode of Machanaikanahalli Kaval?
The pincode of Machanaikanahalli Kaval is 577213.
What is the population of Machanaikanahalli Kaval?
Machanaikanahalli Kaval has a total population of 85, including 48 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Machanaikanahalli Kaval?
There are 24 households in Machanaikanahalli Kaval.
What is the literacy rate in Machanaikanahalli Kaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machanaikanahalli Kaval is 88.24%. Male literacy is 89.58% and female literacy is 86.49%.