Machagondanahalli - Nyamathi, Davanagere
Machagondanahalli is a village situated in the Nyamathi taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Honnali and around 67 km from Davanagere. Savalanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machagondanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machagondanahalli is 606731. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.16 hectares and falls under the 577225 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Machagondanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Machagondanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Machagondanahalli village had a total population of 693 people, including 347 males and 346 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 55.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 347 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 263 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 219 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 128 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Machagondanahalli
Machagondanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayana Pura | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Mallapura | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Lakkienkoppa | West | 2.39 km |
| Madapura | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Sovalanga | East | 2.61 km |
| Chinnikatte | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Israpura | South | 3.24 km |
| Kodatalu | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Hitturu | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Yallapura | North | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machagondanahalli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Machagondanahalli. The nearest railway station is Harnahalli, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Machagondanahalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Machagondanahalli is about 67 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 Machagondanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machagondanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machagondanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machagondanahalli 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 Machagondanahalli
Where is Machagondanahalli located?
Machagondanahalli village is located in Nyamathi Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machagondanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Machagondanahalli is Savalanga.
What is the pincode of Machagondanahalli?
The pincode of Machagondanahalli is 577225.
What is the population of Machagondanahalli?
Machagondanahalli had a total population of 693, including 347 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Machagondanahalli?
Machagondanahalli had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machagondanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machagondanahalli was 62.84%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 55.21%.