Madagunaki - Nargund, Gadag
Madagunaki is a village situated in the Nargund taluka of Gadag district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nargund and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Gadag. Bhiranahatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madagunaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madagunaki is 601893. The village covers a total geographical area of 1004.27 hectares and falls under the 582207 pincode. Nargund is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Madagunaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nargund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madagunaki
As per Census 2011, Madagunaki village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 485 males and 434 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madagunaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 485 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 71 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 153 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 396 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 89 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Madagunaki
Madagunaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodabagi | South | 3.43 km |
| Kambagi | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Shegunashi | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Hanumasagar | West | 4.40 km |
| Hanchinal(pm) | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Sangapur(h) | North-West | 5.73 km |
| Tajapur | South | 6.06 km |
| Kakanagiri | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Uppala-dinni | South-East | 7.22 km |
| Gunadal | West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madagunaki
Madagunaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulvad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 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 Nargund to Madagunaki is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadag to Madagunaki is about 71 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 Madagunaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madagunaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madagunaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madagunaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madagunaki
Where is Madagunaki located?
Madagunaki village is located in Nargund Taluka, Gadag district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madagunaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Madagunaki is Bhiranahatti.
What is the pincode of Madagunaki?
The pincode of Madagunaki is 582207.
What is the population of Madagunaki?
Madagunaki has a total population of 919, including 485 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Madagunaki?
There are 156 households in Madagunaki.
What is the literacy rate in Madagunaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madagunaki is 73.78%. Male literacy is 81.65% and female literacy is 64.98%.