Medikinhal - Maski, Raichur
Medikinhal is a village situated in the Maski taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from Lingsugur and around 100 km from Raichur. Medakinal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medikinhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medikinhal is 600525. The village covers a total geographical area of 2408.08 hectares and falls under the 584124 pincode. Mudgal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Medikinhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maski Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medikinhal
As per Census 2011, Medikinhal village has a total population of 3,816 people, consisting of 1,901 males and 1,915 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,689 literate and 2,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medikinhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,816 | 1,901 | 1,915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 296 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,255 | 630 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,689 | 1,056 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,127 | 845 | 1,282 |
Nearby Villages of Medikinhal
Medikinhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antargangi (small) | East | 2.49 km |
| Baggalgudda | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Myadarnal | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Bailgudda | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Veerapur(d) | South | 4.03 km |
| Antargangi (big) | East | 4.87 km |
| Nirlooti | North | 5.02 km |
| Tirthabhavi | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Advibhavi(maski) | North | 5.35 km |
| Yerdoddi | West | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medikinhal
Medikinhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hitnal, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mudgal to Medikinhal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Medikinhal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medikinhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medikinhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medikinhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medikinhal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Medikinhal
Where is Medikinhal located?
Medikinhal village is located in Maski Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medikinhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Medikinhal is Medakinal.
What is the pincode of Medikinhal?
The pincode of Medikinhal is 584124.
What is the population of Medikinhal?
Medikinhal has a total population of 3,816, including 1,901 males and 1,915 females.
How many households are there in Medikinhal?
There are 683 households in Medikinhal.
What is the literacy rate in Medikinhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medikinhal is 44.26%. Male literacy is 55.55% and female literacy is 33.05%.