Netkal - Malavalli, Mandya
Netkal is a village situated in the Malavalli taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malavalli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Chottenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netkal is 614805. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505.16 hectares and falls under the 571430 pincode. Malavalli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Netkal 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 Netkal
As per Census 2011, Netkal village has a total population of 1,722 people, consisting of 862 males and 860 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,111 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 875 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Netkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,722 | 862 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 875 | 437 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 625 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 237 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Netkal
Netkal 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 | East | 2.42 km |
| Hebbani | West | 3.87 km |
| Dhanagur | North | 4.39 km |
| Ganalu | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Chandahalli | North-West | 5.51 km |
| Linganapuradoddi | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Manchanahalli | West | 5.99 km |
| Halasahalli | North | 6.02 km |
| Belakavadi | South-West | 6.14 km |
| Manchanapura | West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netkal
Netkal 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 43.3 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 Malavalli to Netkal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Netkal 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 Netkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Netkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Netkal
Where is Netkal located?
Netkal village is located in Malavalli Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Netkal is Chottenahalli.
What is the pincode of Netkal?
The pincode of Netkal is 571430.
What is the population of Netkal?
Netkal has a total population of 1,722, including 862 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Netkal?
There are 425 households in Netkal.
What is the literacy rate in Netkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netkal is 64.52%. Male literacy is 72.51% and female literacy is 56.51%.