Elekere - Pandavapura, Mandya
Elekere is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Haravoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elekere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elekere is 614211. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.59 hectares and falls under the 571427 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Elekere 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 Elekere
As per Census 2011, Elekere village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 882 males and 908 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elekere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 882 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 119 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 607 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 275 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Elekere
Elekere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manchanahalli | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Damadahalli | North | 1.71 km |
| Haravu | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Mandibettahalli | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Ukkada | South | 2.25 km |
| Shyadanahalli | West | 2.69 km |
| Kyathanahalli | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Harohalli | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Kennalu | East | 3.15 km |
| Kadathanalu | East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elekere
Elekere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandavapura, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandavapura to Elekere is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Elekere is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elekere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elekere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Elekere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elekere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Elekere
Where is Elekere located?
Elekere village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elekere?
The Gram Panchayat of Elekere is Haravoo.
What is the pincode of Elekere?
The pincode of Elekere is 571427.
What is the population of Elekere?
Elekere has a total population of 1,790, including 882 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Elekere?
There are 475 households in Elekere.
What is the literacy rate in Elekere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elekere is 61.56%. Male literacy is 68.82% and female literacy is 54.52%.