Melanaikanakatte - Channagiri, Davanagere
Melanaikanakatte 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiremalali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melanaikanakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melanaikanakatte is 607027. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.45 hectares and falls under the 577221 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Melanaikanakatte 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 Melanaikanakatte
As per Census 2011, Melanaikanakatte village has a total population of 1,016 people, consisting of 508 males and 508 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melanaikanakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 508 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 113 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 112 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 321 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 187 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Melanaikanakatte
Melanaikanakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiremalali | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Chiradoni | North | 1.37 km |
| Garagadakatte | North | 2.39 km |
| Shivagangehalli | North | 2.48 km |
| Chikkamadalu | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Byranahalli | East | 2.90 km |
| Basavapura | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Chikkamalali | East | 3.43 km |
| Thilineerkatte | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Channeshapura | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melanaikanakatte
Melanaikanakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimoga Bidare, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 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 Melanaikanakatte is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Melanaikanakatte is about 65 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 Melanaikanakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melanaikanakatte 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 Melanaikanakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melanaikanakatte 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 Melanaikanakatte
Where is Melanaikanakatte located?
Melanaikanakatte village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melanaikanakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Melanaikanakatte is Hiremalali.
What is the pincode of Melanaikanakatte?
The pincode of Melanaikanakatte is 577221.
What is the population of Melanaikanakatte?
Melanaikanakatte has a total population of 1,016, including 508 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Melanaikanakatte?
There are 227 households in Melanaikanakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Melanaikanakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melanaikanakatte is 54.82%. Male literacy is 63.19% and female literacy is 46.46%.