Lingapatna - Malavalli, Mandya
Lingapatna is a village situated in the Malavalli taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malavalli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Lingapatna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapatna is 614754. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.17 hectares and falls under the 571421 pincode. Channapatna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lingapatna 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 Lingapatna
As per Census 2011, Lingapatna village has a total population of 3,123 people, consisting of 1,527 males and 1,596 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingapatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,123 | 1,527 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 124 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,107 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 420 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapatna
Lingapatna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Juganahalli | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Karadahalli | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Handanahalli | South | 2.11 km |
| Goravinapura | North | 2.39 km |
| Nittur | West | 2.41 km |
| Nitturhalasahalli | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Nitthur Kodihalli | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Kunthur | North | 3.51 km |
| Balehonniga | South-East | 3.56 km |
| B.basapura | South-West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingapatna
Lingapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channapatna, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Channapatna to Lingapatna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Lingapatna is about 53 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 Lingapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingapatna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingapatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingapatna
Where is Lingapatna located?
Lingapatna village is located in Malavalli Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingapatna?
Lingapatna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingapatna?
The pincode of Lingapatna is 571421.
What is the population of Lingapatna?
Lingapatna has a total population of 3,123, including 1,527 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Lingapatna?
There are 777 households in Lingapatna.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapatna is 62.38%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 52.69%.