Madarkal - Devadurga, Raichur
Madarkal is a village situated in the Devadurga taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devadurga and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Shavantagera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madarkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madarkal is 600640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051.71 hectares and falls under the 584113 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Madarkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madarkal
As per Census 2011, Madarkal village has a total population of 1,574 people, consisting of 739 males and 835 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 702 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madarkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 739 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 95 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 130 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 109 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 419 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 320 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Madarkal
Madarkal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Madarkal
Madarkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Madarkal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devadurga to Madarkal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Madarkal is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madarkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madarkal 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 Madarkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madarkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madarkal
Where is Madarkal located?
Madarkal village is located in Devadurga Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madarkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Madarkal is Shavantagera.
What is the pincode of Madarkal?
The pincode of Madarkal is 584113.
What is the population of Madarkal?
Madarkal has a total population of 1,574, including 739 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Madarkal?
There are 274 households in Madarkal.
What is the literacy rate in Madarkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madarkal is 44.60%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 33.89%.