Padukotekava - Heggadadevankote, Mysuru
Padukotekava is a village situated in the Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Heggadadevankote and around 60 km from Mysore. Padukote Kaval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padukotekava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padukotekava is 618844. The village covers a total geographical area of 1859.24 hectares and falls under the 571187 pincode. Hd Kote is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padukotekava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padukotekava
As per Census 2011, Padukotekava village has a total population of 3,210 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,566 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,781 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 900 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 372 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padukotekava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,210 | 1,644 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 188 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 900 | 459 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 185 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 1,781 | 1,005 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 639 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Padukotekava
Padukotekava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padukote | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Musker | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Kadavaddaragudi | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Savve | South | 3.94 km |
| Tarikalkaval | North | 4.01 km |
| Kuttavadi | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Yelehundikaval | West | 4.71 km |
| Nanjanayakanahalli | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Yelehund | West | 5.08 km |
| Chikkereyur | East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padukotekava
Public transport in the Padukotekava is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dornahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hd Kote to Padukotekava is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Padukotekava is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padukotekava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padukotekava 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 Padukotekava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padukotekava 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 Padukotekava
Where is Padukotekava located?
Padukotekava village is located in Heggadadevankote Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padukotekava?
The Gram Panchayat of Padukotekava is Padukote Kaval.
What is the pincode of Padukotekava?
The pincode of Padukotekava is 571187.
What is the population of Padukotekava?
Padukotekava has a total population of 3,210, including 1,644 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Padukotekava?
There are 771 households in Padukotekava.
What is the literacy rate in Padukotekava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padukotekava is 55.48%. Male literacy is 61.13% and female literacy is 49.55%.