Muddanahalli - Shikarpur, Shivamogga

Muddanahalli is a village situated in the Shikarpur taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Shikarpur and around 58 km from Shimoga. Muddanahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Muddanahalli is 607801. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.73 hectares and falls under the 577427 pincode. Shikarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.

Muddanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikaripura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Muddanahalli

According to the 2011 Census, Muddanahalli village had a total population of 1,156 people, including 608 males and 548 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.78%, with male literacy at 69.58% and female literacy at 52.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 566, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Muddanahalli

Muddanahalli 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Muddanahalli

Muddanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumsi, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shikarpur to Muddanahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Muddanahalli is about 58 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 Muddanahalli

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muddanahalli village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Muddanahalli

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muddanahalli village are given below:

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