Muttalli - Bhatkal, Uttara Kannada
Muttalli is a village situated in the Bhatkal taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatkal and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Mutalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muttalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muttalli is 603837. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.3 hectares and falls under the 581320 pincode. Bhatkal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Muttalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muttalli
As per Census 2011, Muttalli village has a total population of 1,262 people, consisting of 650 males and 612 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muttalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,262 | 650 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 506 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 144 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Muttalli
Muttalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moodabhatkal | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Behalli | South | 1.29 km |
| Talan | North | 1.58 km |
| Hadeel | East | 1.72 km |
| Yelavadikavoor | South | 2.12 km |
| Purvarga | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Belalkhanda | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Golibilur | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Choutani | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Kotkhanda | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muttalli
Muttalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhatkal, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhatkal to Muttalli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Muttalli is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muttalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muttalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muttalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muttalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Muttalli
Where is Muttalli located?
Muttalli village is located in Bhatkal Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muttalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Muttalli is Mutalli.
What is the pincode of Muttalli?
The pincode of Muttalli is 581320.
What is the population of Muttalli?
Muttalli has a total population of 1,262, including 650 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Muttalli?
There are 262 households in Muttalli.
What is the literacy rate in Muttalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muttalli is 71.63%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 65.03%.