B. Matagere - Saraguru, Mysuru
B. Matagere is a village situated in the Saraguru taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Heggadadevankote and around 60 km from Mysore. B.matakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for B. Matagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of B. Matagere is 619099. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.82 hectares and falls under the 571121 pincode. Saragur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
B. Matagere 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 B. Matagere
As per Census 2011, B. Matagere village has a total population of 1,431 people, consisting of 694 males and 737 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for B. Matagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 694 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 274 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 124 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 422 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 272 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of B. Matagere
B. Matagere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seegevadi | East | 1.89 km |
| Moleyurukaval | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Vallahalli | North | 2.30 km |
| Nemmanahalli | West | 2.30 km |
| Badaga | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Beguru | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Thelagumasahalli | North | 3.95 km |
| Katawalu | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Kandalike | East | 4.44 km |
| Bankavadi | South-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of B. Matagere
B. Matagere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nanjangud Town, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saragur to B. Matagere is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to B. Matagere 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 B. Matagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for B. Matagere 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 B. Matagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving B. Matagere 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about B. Matagere
Where is B. Matagere located?
B. Matagere village is located in Saraguru Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of B. Matagere?
The Gram Panchayat of B. Matagere is B.matakere.
What is the pincode of B. Matagere?
The pincode of B. Matagere is 571121.
What is the population of B. Matagere?
B. Matagere has a total population of 1,431, including 694 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in B. Matagere?
There are 329 households in B. Matagere.
What is the literacy rate in B. Matagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of B. Matagere is 55.49%. Male literacy is 60.81% and female literacy is 50.47%.