Mallapalli - Kolar Gold Field, Kolar
Mallapalli is a village situated in the Kolar Gold Field taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Bangarpet and around 42 km from Kolar. Vengasandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallapalli is 622787. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.04 hectares and falls under the 563117 pincode. Robertson Pet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mallapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolar gold field Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallapalli
As per Census 2011, Mallapalli village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 242 males and 231 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 86 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 254 | 154 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 88 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Mallapalli
Mallapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mothakapalli | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Thongalakuppa | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Annasagara | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Mustoor | North | 1.64 km |
| Thathepalli | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Thathareddihalli | West | 2.23 km |
| Papenahalli | West | 2.38 km |
| Gopenahalli | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Gollaguruanahalli | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Dalavaihosahalli | South | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallapalli
Mallapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Oorgaum, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Robertson Pet to Mallapalli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Mallapalli 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 Mallapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mallapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mallapalli
Where is Mallapalli located?
Mallapalli village is located in Kolar Gold Field Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallapalli is Vengasandra.
What is the pincode of Mallapalli?
The pincode of Mallapalli is 563117.
What is the population of Mallapalli?
Mallapalli has a total population of 473, including 242 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Mallapalli?
There are 96 households in Mallapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Mallapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallapalli is 53.70%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 43.29%.