Madapura - Channagiri, Davanagere
Madapura is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hebbalagere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madapura is 607080. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.65 hectares and falls under the 577215 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madapura 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 Madapura
As per Census 2011, Madapura village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 224 males and 196 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 224 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 188 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 36 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Madapura
Madapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hebbalagere | West | 2.19 km |
| Settihalli | North | 2.40 km |
| Dummi | East | 2.54 km |
| Haralakatta | South | 3.12 km |
| Hosuru | South | 3.74 km |
| Vanakemaradi Kaval | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Kalkere | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Bannihatti | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Dogganal | East | 4.48 km |
| Hodigere | North-West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madapura
Madapura 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 109.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Madapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Madapura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madapura 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 Madapura
Where is Madapura located?
Madapura village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Madapura is Hebbalagere.
What is the pincode of Madapura?
The pincode of Madapura is 577215.
What is the population of Madapura?
Madapura has a total population of 420, including 224 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Madapura?
There are 87 households in Madapura.
What is the literacy rate in Madapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madapura is 74.76%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 64.29%.