Murahalli - Belur, Hassan
Murahalli is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Thumbudevanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murahalli is 615098. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.26 hectares and falls under the 573101 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Murahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murahalli
As per Census 2011, Murahalli village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 228 males and 243 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 228 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 126 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 102 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Murahalli
Murahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baladakallu | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Thumbadevanahalli | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Nandagodanahalli | East | 2.06 km |
| Hiresigara | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Umbalagodu | North | 2.11 km |
| Madenahalli | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Kanahalli | North | 2.88 km |
| Goravanahalli | South | 3.08 km |
| Koralagadde | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Utholalu | East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murahalli
Murahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Murahalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Murahalli is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murahalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murahalli
Where is Murahalli located?
Murahalli village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Murahalli is Thumbudevanahalli.
What is the pincode of Murahalli?
The pincode of Murahalli is 573101.
What is the population of Murahalli?
Murahalli has a total population of 471, including 228 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Murahalli?
There are 133 households in Murahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Murahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murahalli is 46.50%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 38.27%.