Megatavalli Village - Alur, Hassan
Megatavalli is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Madabalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megatavalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megatavalli is 616310. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.73 hectares and falls under the 573218 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Megatavalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Megatavalli
As per Census 2011, Megatavalli village has a total population of 89 people, consisting of 43 males and 46 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megatavalli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Megatavalli
Megatavalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudanahalli | West | 1.02 km |
| Belame | East | 1.21 km |
| Hullahalli | North | 1.24 km |
| Kadadaravalli | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Eswarahalli | South | 2.27 km |
| Shingaravalli | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Moogali | West | 2.40 km |
| Sundavalli | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kerehalli | East | 2.44 km |
| Chikkote | North | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megatavalli
Megatavalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ballupete, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sakleshpur to Megatavalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Megatavalli is about 35 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 Megatavalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megatavalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megatavalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megatavalli 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Megatavalli
Where is Megatavalli located?
Megatavalli village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megatavalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Megatavalli is Madabalu.
What is the pincode of Megatavalli?
The pincode of Megatavalli is 573218.
What is the population of Megatavalli?
Megatavalli has a total population of 89, including 43 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Megatavalli?
There are 24 households in Megatavalli.
What is the literacy rate in Megatavalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megatavalli is 65.17%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 65.22%.