Garudapura - Pandavapura, Mandya
Garudapura is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Jakkanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garudapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garudapura is 614055. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.64 hectares and falls under the 571431 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garudapura 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 Garudapura
As per Census 2011, Garudapura village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 104 males and 103 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garudapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 39 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Garudapura
Garudapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotakahalli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Doddighatta | South | 1.66 km |
| Sreeraghurampura | East | 1.77 km |
| Kadalagere | South | 1.90 km |
| Advikatte | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Kanagonahalli | West | 2.04 km |
| Talekere | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Karadya | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Chinya | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Balaghatta | West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garudapura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garudapura. The nearest railway station is Byadarahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Pandavapura to Garudapura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Garudapura is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garudapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garudapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garudapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garudapura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garudapura
Where is Garudapura located?
Garudapura village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garudapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Garudapura is Jakkanahalli.
What is the pincode of Garudapura?
The pincode of Garudapura is 571431.
What is the population of Garudapura?
Garudapura has a total population of 207, including 104 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Garudapura?
There are 49 households in Garudapura.
What is the literacy rate in Garudapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudapura is 54.59%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 46.60%.