Marabanahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Marabanahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kotehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marabanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marabanahalli is 606890. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.93 hectares and falls under the 577551 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Marabanahalli 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 Marabanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Marabanahalli village had a total population of 1,585 people, including 796 males and 789 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.87%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 64.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 840, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,585 | 796 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 411 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 585 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 211 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Marabanahalli
Marabanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harlipura | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Kotehalu | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Chikkakurubarahalli | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Harosagara | South | 2.24 km |
| Reddihalli | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Kumblur | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Sangahalli | East | 3.15 km |
| Sagarapet | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Hosakere | South | 3.54 km |
| Yalodahalli | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marabanahalli
Marabanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanumanahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 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 Honnali to Marabanahalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Marabanahalli is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marabanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marabanahalli 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 Marabanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marabanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marabanahalli
Where is Marabanahalli located?
Marabanahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marabanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Marabanahalli is Kotehal.
What is the pincode of Marabanahalli?
The pincode of Marabanahalli is 577551.
What is the population of Marabanahalli?
Marabanahalli had a total population of 1,585, including 796 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Marabanahalli?
Marabanahalli had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marabanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marabanahalli was 73.87%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 64.96%.