Bannangadi - Pandavapura, Mandya
Bannangadi is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Bannangadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bannangadi is 614135. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.12 hectares and falls under the 571812 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bannangadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bannangadi
As per Census 2011, Bannangadi village has a total population of 3,206 people, consisting of 1,614 males and 1,592 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,714 literate and 1,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bannangadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,206 | 1,614 | 1,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 981 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,492 | 633 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Bannangadi
Bannangadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpahalli | East | 1.77 km |
| Bindahalli | West | 2.29 km |
| Molesandra | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Giriyarahalli | South | 2.57 km |
| Bebibettadakaval | North | 2.94 km |
| Anthanahalli | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Beby | East | 3.32 km |
| Jagate Mallenahalli | East | 3.45 km |
| Haganahalli | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Malligerekaval | West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bannangadi
Bannangadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishnarajasagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandavapura to Bannangadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Bannangadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bannangadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bannangadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bannangadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bannangadi 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 Bannangadi
Where is Bannangadi located?
Bannangadi village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bannangadi?
Bannangadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bannangadi?
The pincode of Bannangadi is 571812.
What is the population of Bannangadi?
Bannangadi has a total population of 3,206, including 1,614 males and 1,592 females.
How many households are there in Bannangadi?
There are 768 households in Bannangadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bannangadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bannangadi is 53.46%. Male literacy is 60.78% and female literacy is 46.04%.