Magod - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Magod is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Magoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magod is 603767. The village covers a total geographical area of 2994.25 hectares and falls under the 581423 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Magod 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 Magod
As per Census 2011, Magod village has a total population of 1,918 people, consisting of 982 males and 936 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,340 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,918 | 982 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 723 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 259 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Magod
Magod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ashikeri | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Shirkur | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Adekekuli | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Balemet | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Birangod | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Kudrige | North | 4.74 km |
| Khandodi | East | 4.79 km |
| Upponi | North | 5.58 km |
| Kodani | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Hadikal | West | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magod
Magod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Magod is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Magod is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Magod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Magod
Where is Magod located?
Magod village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magod?
The Gram Panchayat of Magod is Magoda.
What is the pincode of Magod?
The pincode of Magod is 581423.
What is the population of Magod?
Magod has a total population of 1,918, including 982 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Magod?
There are 400 households in Magod.
What is the literacy rate in Magod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magod is 69.86%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 65.92%.