Dinka Settihalli - Pandavapura, Mandya
Dinka Settihalli is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Dinka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dinka Settihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinka Settihalli is 614123. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.75 hectares and falls under the 571812 pincode. K R Pet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dinka Settihalli 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 Dinka Settihalli
As per Census 2011, Dinka Settihalli village has a total population of 1,243 people, consisting of 617 males and 626 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinka Settihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 617 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 388 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 229 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Dinka Settihalli
Dinka Settihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannenahalli | West | 1.64 km |
| Sundahalli | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Machagonahalli | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Dinka | East | 2.04 km |
| Bommalapura | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Malligerekaval | South | 2.84 km |
| Chokanahalli | North | 2.95 km |
| Doddagadiganahalli | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Molesandra | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Malligere | South | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dinka Settihalli
Dinka Settihalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallur Yedahli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 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 K R Pet to Dinka Settihalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Dinka Settihalli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinka Settihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinka Settihalli 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 Dinka Settihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinka Settihalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dinka Settihalli
Where is Dinka Settihalli located?
Dinka Settihalli village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinka Settihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dinka Settihalli is Dinka.
What is the pincode of Dinka Settihalli?
The pincode of Dinka Settihalli is 571812.
What is the population of Dinka Settihalli?
Dinka Settihalli has a total population of 1,243, including 617 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Dinka Settihalli?
There are 299 households in Dinka Settihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Dinka Settihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinka Settihalli is 53.58%. Male literacy is 62.88% and female literacy is 44.41%.