Ganalu - Malavalli, Mandya
Ganalu is a village situated in the Malavalli taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malavalli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Bydarahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganalu is 614784. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.83 hectares and falls under the 571421 pincode. Malavalli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ganalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganalu
As per Census 2011, Ganalu village has a total population of 2,053 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 996 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,105 literate and 948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,053 | 1,057 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 102 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 194 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 647 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 410 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Ganalu
Ganalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabbahalli | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Talavadi | East | 3.71 km |
| Bydarahalli | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Konnapura | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Dhanagur | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Halasahalli | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Doddayelachagere | North | 5.12 km |
| Netkal | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Kaggalipura | North | 5.20 km |
| Halagapura | North | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganalu
Ganalu 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 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malavalli to Ganalu is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Ganalu is about 52 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 Ganalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganalu
Where is Ganalu located?
Ganalu village is located in Malavalli Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganalu is Bydarahalli.
What is the pincode of Ganalu?
The pincode of Ganalu is 571421.
What is the population of Ganalu?
Ganalu has a total population of 2,053, including 1,057 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Ganalu?
There are 430 households in Ganalu.
What is the literacy rate in Ganalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganalu is 53.82%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 45.98%.