Malalahalli - Harihar, Davanagere
Malalahalli is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Yelehole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malalahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malalahalli is 606214. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.34 hectares and falls under the 577516 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Malalahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malalahalli
As per Census 2011, Malalahalli village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 133 males and 136 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malalahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 133 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 109 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 46 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Malalahalli
Malalahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palya | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Yalehole | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Ukkadagathri | West | 2.66 km |
| Vasana | South | 2.80 km |
| Nitapalli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Kadaranaikanahalli | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Fattepur | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Holesirigere | East | 3.90 km |
| Nandigudi | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Huliginahole | North-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malalahalli
Public transport in the Malalahalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harihar to Malalahalli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Malalahalli is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malalahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malalahalli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malalahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malalahalli 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 Malalahalli
Where is Malalahalli located?
Malalahalli village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malalahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Malalahalli is Yelehole.
What is the pincode of Malalahalli?
The pincode of Malalahalli is 577516.
What is the population of Malalahalli?
Malalahalli has a total population of 269, including 133 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Malalahalli?
There are 60 households in Malalahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Malalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malalahalli is 59.11%. Male literacy is 65.41% and female literacy is 52.94%.