Mandira - Alur, Hassan
Mandira is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Ganjigere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandira is 616474. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.32 hectares and falls under the 573128 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mandira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandira
According to the 2011 Census, Mandira village had a total population of 132 people, including 58 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.33%, with male literacy at 86.79% and female literacy at 89.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 132 | 58 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Mandira
Mandira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malenahalli Kavalu | South | 0.87 km |
| Malenahalli | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Chowdavalli | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Settihalli | North | 1.64 km |
| Ramanahalli | West | 2.10 km |
| Appagowdanahalli | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Ganjigere | South | 2.33 km |
| Basavanahalli | South | 2.35 km |
| Garighatta | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Merve | North-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandira
Public transport in the Mandira is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alur Halt, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Mandira is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Mandira is about 30 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 Mandira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandira
Where is Mandira located?
Mandira village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mandira?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandira is Ganjigere.
What is the pincode of Mandira?
The pincode of Mandira is 573128.
What is the population of Mandira?
Mandira had a total population of 132, including 58 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Mandira?
Mandira had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandira was 88.33%. Male literacy was 86.79% and female literacy was 89.55%.