Molkod - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Molkod is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Melin Idgunji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molkod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molkod is 603783. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.24 hectares and falls under the 581335 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Molkod 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 Molkod
According to the 2011 Census, Molkod village had a total population of 1,296 people, including 633 males and 663 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.61%, with male literacy at 90.44% and female literacy at 73.11%.
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 | 1,296 | 633 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 530 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 103 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Molkod
Molkod 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 Molkod
Molkod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Molkod is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Molkod 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 Molkod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molkod 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 Molkod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molkod 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Molkod
Where is Molkod located?
Molkod village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molkod?
The Gram Panchayat of Molkod is Melin Idgunji.
What is the pincode of Molkod?
The pincode of Molkod is 581335.
What is the population of Molkod?
Molkod had a total population of 1,296, including 633 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Molkod?
Molkod had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molkod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkod was 81.61%. Male literacy was 90.44% and female literacy was 73.11%.