Machanaikanahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Machanaikanahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 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 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machanaikanahalli is 607053. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.65 hectares and falls under the 577213 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Machanaikanahalli 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
As per Census 2011, Machanaikanahalli village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 467 males and 446 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machanaikanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 467 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 264 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 376 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 91 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Machanaikanahalli
Machanaikanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machanaikanahalli Kaval | North | 1.32 km |
| Channagiri (rural) | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Thippagondanahalli | South | 2.11 km |
| Honnebagi | East | 2.25 km |
| Gurupura | North | 2.46 km |
| Narashettihalli | East | 2.99 km |
| Diggenahalli | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Dandigenahalli | South | 3.48 km |
| Muddenahalli | North | 3.54 km |
| Laxmisagara | West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machanaikanahalli
Machanaikanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nulemuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.3 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 Channagiri to Machanaikanahalli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Machanaikanahalli 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machanaikanahalli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machanaikanahalli
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 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
Where is Machanaikanahalli located?
Machanaikanahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machanaikanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Machanaikanahalli is Honnebagi.
What is the pincode of Machanaikanahalli?
The pincode of Machanaikanahalli is 577213.
What is the population of Machanaikanahalli?
Machanaikanahalli has a total population of 913, including 467 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Machanaikanahalli?
There are 206 households in Machanaikanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Machanaikanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machanaikanahalli is 74.92%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 69.06%.