Masadi - Honnali, Davanagere
Masadi is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Masadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masadi is 606784. The village covers a total geographical area of 935.26 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Masadi 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 Masadi
As per Census 2011, Masadi village has a total population of 1,469 people, consisting of 739 males and 730 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,025 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,469 | 739 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 564 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 175 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Masadi
Masadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarahonnali | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Thakkanahalli | South | 2.35 km |
| Belimallur | West | 3.45 km |
| Gollarahalli | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Gantyapura | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Tharaganahalli | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Kammaragatte | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Holemadapura | South | 3.97 km |
| Arakere | North | 4.14 km |
| Narasagondanahalli | North-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Masadi
Masadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Masadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Masadi is about 40 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 Masadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Masadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Masadi
Where is Masadi located?
Masadi village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masadi?
Masadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Masadi?
The pincode of Masadi is 577217.
What is the population of Masadi?
Masadi has a total population of 1,469, including 739 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Masadi?
There are 306 households in Masadi.
What is the literacy rate in Masadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masadi is 69.78%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 63.15%.