Mavinkurva - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Mavinkurva is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Mavinkurve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mavinkurva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mavinkurva is 603781. The village covers a total geographical area of 657.53 hectares and falls under the 581335 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mavinkurva 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 Mavinkurva
As per Census 2011, Mavinkurva village has a total population of 3,176 people, consisting of 1,530 males and 1,646 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,341 literate and 835 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mavinkurva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,176 | 1,530 | 1,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 121 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,341 | 1,255 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 275 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Mavinkurva
Mavinkurva is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mavinkurva
Mavinkurva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mavinkurva is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Mavinkurva is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mavinkurva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mavinkurva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mavinkurva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mavinkurva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mavinkurva
Where is Mavinkurva located?
Mavinkurva village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mavinkurva?
The Gram Panchayat of Mavinkurva is Mavinkurve.
What is the pincode of Mavinkurva?
The pincode of Mavinkurva is 581335.
What is the population of Mavinkurva?
Mavinkurva has a total population of 3,176, including 1,530 males and 1,646 females.
How many households are there in Mavinkurva?
There are 753 households in Mavinkurva.
What is the literacy rate in Mavinkurva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mavinkurva is 73.71%. Male literacy is 82.03% and female literacy is 65.98%.