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
As per Census 2011, Marabanahalli village has a total population of 1,585 people, consisting of 796 males and 789 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marabanahalli are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,585, including 796 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Marabanahalli?
There are 343 households in Marabanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Marabanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marabanahalli is 65.80%. Male literacy is 73.49% and female literacy is 58.05%.