Mavalinge - Supa, Uttara Kannada
Mavalinge is a village situated in the Supa taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joida and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Aveda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mavalinge village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mavalinge is 602688. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.7 hectares and falls under the 581325 pincode. Dandeli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mavalinge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haliyal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mavalinge
As per Census 2011, Mavalinge village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 227 males and 226 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mavalinge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 227 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 168 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 59 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Mavalinge
Mavalinge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbarkop | East | 1.70 km |
| Kondapa | North | 2.25 km |
| Badgund | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Ambewadi | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Birampali | South | 4.28 km |
| Kariyampali | East | 4.36 km |
| Vitnal | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Haregali | North | 5.03 km |
| Kerwad (dandeli) | East | 6.15 km |
| Pradhani | South-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mavalinge
Mavalinge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagargali, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dandeli to Mavalinge is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Mavalinge is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mavalinge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mavalinge 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 Mavalinge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mavalinge 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 Mavalinge
Where is Mavalinge located?
Mavalinge village is located in Supa Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mavalinge?
The Gram Panchayat of Mavalinge is Aveda.
What is the pincode of Mavalinge?
The pincode of Mavalinge is 581325.
What is the population of Mavalinge?
Mavalinge has a total population of 453, including 227 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Mavalinge?
There are 114 households in Mavalinge.
What is the literacy rate in Mavalinge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mavalinge is 61.59%. Male literacy is 74.01% and female literacy is 49.12%.