Muthige - Alur, Hassan
Muthige is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kadalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muthige village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muthige is 616249. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.95 hectares and falls under the 573213 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Muthige 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 Muthige
As per Census 2011, Muthige village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 319 males and 326 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muthige are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 319 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 90 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 214 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 105 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Muthige
Muthige is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muthige
Muthige is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Muthige.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Muthige is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Muthige is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muthige
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muthige village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muthige
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muthige 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 Muthige
Where is Muthige located?
Muthige village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muthige?
The Gram Panchayat of Muthige is Kadalu.
What is the pincode of Muthige?
The pincode of Muthige is 573213.
What is the population of Muthige?
Muthige has a total population of 645, including 319 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Muthige?
There are 166 households in Muthige.
What is the literacy rate in Muthige?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muthige is 61.24%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 55.52%.