Shistamudi - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Shistamudi is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Angod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shistamudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shistamudi is 602894. The village covers a total geographical area of 593.24 hectares and falls under the 581359 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shistamudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shistamudi
As per Census 2011, Shistamudi village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 117 males and 112 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shistamudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 112 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 5 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Shistamudi
Shistamudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tatagar | South | 1.68 km |
| Angod | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Shigepal | South | 2.36 km |
| Hutakmane | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Geral | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Belegeri | East | 4.94 km |
| Donagar | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Savagadde | North | 5.49 km |
| Gopadmane | South | 5.82 km |
| Baragadde | North-West | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shistamudi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shistamudi. The nearest railway station is Bhistenhatti, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Shistamudi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Shistamudi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shistamudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shistamudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shistamudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shistamudi 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 Shistamudi
Where is Shistamudi located?
Shistamudi village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shistamudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shistamudi is Angod.
What is the pincode of Shistamudi?
The pincode of Shistamudi is 581359.
What is the population of Shistamudi?
Shistamudi has a total population of 229, including 117 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Shistamudi?
There are 53 households in Shistamudi.
What is the literacy rate in Shistamudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shistamudi is 86.90%. Male literacy is 95.73% and female literacy is 77.68%.