Mathighatta - Chiknayakanhalli, Tumakuru

Mathighatta is a village situated in the Chiknayakanhalli taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Chikkanayakanahalli and around 90 km from Tumkur. Mathighatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathighatta is 610077. The village covers a total geographical area of 956.42 hectares and falls under the 572119 pincode. Chiknayakanhalli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.

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

Population of Mathighatta

According to the 2011 Census, Mathighatta village had a total population of 1,843 people, including 907 males and 936 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.59%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 70.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.

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

Nearby Villages of Mathighatta

Mathighatta 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 Mathighatta

Mathighatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banasankarai Ha, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiknayakanhalli to Mathighatta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Mathighatta is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Mathighatta

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

Health Facilities in Mathighatta

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

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