Madenahalli - Honnali, Davanagere
Madenahalli is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kathige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madenahalli is 606759. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.5 hectares and falls under the 577223 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Madenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madenahalli
As per Census 2011, Madenahalli village has a total population of 1,610 people, consisting of 818 males and 792 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,086 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,610 | 818 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 630 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 188 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Madenahalli
Madenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathige | West | 2.04 km |
| Dodderahalli | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Chikkerahalli | East | 2.58 km |
| Somanamallapura | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Boodihalu | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Hanumapura | South | 3.92 km |
| Jeenahalli | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Hathur | East | 4.53 km |
| Guddadamadapur | North | 4.94 km |
| Thuglahalli | South-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madenahalli
Madenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harnahalli, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Madenahalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Madenahalli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madenahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madenahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madenahalli
Where is Madenahalli located?
Madenahalli village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Madenahalli is Kathige.
What is the pincode of Madenahalli?
The pincode of Madenahalli is 577223.
What is the population of Madenahalli?
Madenahalli has a total population of 1,610, including 818 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Madenahalli?
There are 336 households in Madenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Madenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madenahalli is 67.45%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 57.58%.