Koolagere - Maddur, Mandya
Koolagere is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Koolagere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koolagere is 614629. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.48 hectares and falls under the 571433 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Koolagere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koolagere
As per Census 2011, Koolagere village has a total population of 3,054 people, consisting of 1,516 males and 1,538 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 1,512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koolagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,054 | 1,516 | 1,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 165 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 149 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 874 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,512 | 642 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Koolagere
Koolagere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothipur | North | 1.05 km |
| Aruvanahalli | North | 2.19 km |
| Bannahalli | West | 2.45 km |
| Iggaluru | East | 2.59 km |
| K.bellur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Mudenahalli | South-West | 3.13 km |
| S.hagalahalli | South | 3.65 km |
| Neralur | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Thore Bommanahalli | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Hulikere | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koolagere
Koolagere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Maddur to Koolagere is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Koolagere is about 43 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 Koolagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koolagere 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 Koolagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koolagere 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 Koolagere
Where is Koolagere located?
Koolagere village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koolagere?
Koolagere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koolagere?
The pincode of Koolagere is 571433.
What is the population of Koolagere?
Koolagere has a total population of 3,054, including 1,516 males and 1,538 females.
How many households are there in Koolagere?
There are 710 households in Koolagere.
What is the literacy rate in Koolagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koolagere is 50.49%. Male literacy is 57.65% and female literacy is 43.43%.