Molahalli - Kundapura, Udupi
Molahalli is a village situated in the Kundapura taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundapura and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Molahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molahalli is 608747. The village covers a total geographical area of 2044.34 hectares and falls under the 576222 pincode. Kundapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Molahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molahalli
As per Census 2011, Molahalli village has a total population of 4,079 people, consisting of 1,877 males and 2,202 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,764 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,079 | 1,877 | 2,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 189 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 191 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,764 | 1,391 | 1,373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 486 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Molahalli
Molahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardally-mandally | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Yedyadi-mathyadi | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Hombady-mandadi | West | 4.28 km |
| Halnad | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Japthi | West | 4.37 km |
| Shankaranarayana | East | 4.50 km |
| Ampar | North | 4.77 km |
| Harady | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Hallady-harkadi | South | 5.72 km |
| Kavrady | North-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molahalli
Molahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kundapura, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundapur to Molahalli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Molahalli is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molahalli 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 Molahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molahalli 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Molahalli
Where is Molahalli located?
Molahalli village is located in Kundapura Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molahalli?
Molahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molahalli?
The pincode of Molahalli is 576222.
What is the population of Molahalli?
Molahalli has a total population of 4,079, including 1,877 males and 2,202 females.
How many households are there in Molahalli?
There are 852 households in Molahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Molahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molahalli is 67.76%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 62.35%.