Mathigodu - Arkalgud, Hassan

Mathigodu is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Rudrapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathigodu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathigodu is 616757. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.62 hectares and falls under the 573133 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.

Mathigodu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Mathigodu

According to the 2011 Census, Mathigodu village had a total population of 574 people, including 276 males and 298 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.02%, with male literacy at 61.94% and female literacy at 48.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mathigodu

Mathigodu 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Mathigodu

Mathigodu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Annechakanahali, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arkalgud to Mathigodu is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Mathigodu is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Mathigodu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathigodu village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mathigodu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathigodu village are given below:

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