Mahime - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Mahime is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Upponi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahime village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahime is 603808. The village covers a total geographical area of 8012.58 hectares and falls under the 581384 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mahime 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 Mahime
As per Census 2011, Mahime village has a total population of 2,685 people, consisting of 1,367 males and 1,318 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,778 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahime are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,685 | 1,367 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 157 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 966 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 401 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Mahime
Mahime 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hulegar | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Saralagi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Hanehallikabbinahakkal | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Kodigadde | North | 5.68 km |
| Janna Kadkal | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Talekeri | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Nagarabastikeri | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Kudrige | South-West | 6.79 km |
| Upponi | South-West | 7.11 km |
| Kudegod | North-East | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahime
Public transport in the Mahime is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Mahime is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Mahime is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahime
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahime village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahime
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahime village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahime
Where is Mahime located?
Mahime village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahime?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahime is Upponi.
What is the pincode of Mahime?
The pincode of Mahime is 581384.
What is the population of Mahime?
Mahime has a total population of 2,685, including 1,367 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Mahime?
There are 594 households in Mahime.
What is the literacy rate in Mahime?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahime is 66.22%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 61.61%.