Kowdley - Maddur, Mandya
Kowdley is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Koudle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kowdley village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kowdley is 614495. The village covers a total geographical area of 1453.14 hectares and falls under the 571425 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kowdley village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagamangala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kowdley
As per Census 2011, Kowdley village has a total population of 3,513 people, consisting of 1,692 males and 1,821 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,066 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kowdley are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,513 | 1,692 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 145 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 263 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,066 | 1,169 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 523 | 924 |
Nearby Villages of Kowdley
Kowdley 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bolare | West | 1.80 km |
| Yadavanahalli | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Hanchipura | West | 2.79 km |
| Somanahalli | South | 3.37 km |
| Arjunahalli | North | 3.38 km |
| Kellenahalli | North-West | 3.40 km |
| D. Malligere | South | 3.46 km |
| Kudagabalu | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Tarikere | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Bekkalale | East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kowdley
Kowdley 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 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Kowdley is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Kowdley is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kowdley
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kowdley 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 Kowdley
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kowdley 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kowdley
Where is Kowdley located?
Kowdley village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kowdley?
The Gram Panchayat of Kowdley is Koudle.
What is the pincode of Kowdley?
The pincode of Kowdley is 571425.
What is the population of Kowdley?
Kowdley has a total population of 3,513, including 1,692 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Kowdley?
There are 968 households in Kowdley.
What is the literacy rate in Kowdley?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kowdley is 58.81%. Male literacy is 69.09% and female literacy is 49.26%.