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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Molahalli village had a total population of 4,079 people, including 1,877 males and 2,202 females, living in 852 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.18%, with male literacy at 82.41% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 4,079, including 1,877 males and 2,202 females.
How many households are there in Molahalli?
Molahalli had 852 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molahalli was 74.18%. Male literacy was 82.41% and female literacy was 67.37%.