Geddalamari - Muddebihal, Vijayapura
Geddalamari is a village situated in the Muddebihal taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from Muddebihal and around 84 km from Bijapur. Hadalageri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geddalamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geddalamari is 599614. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.71 hectares and falls under the 586212 pincode. Muddebihal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Geddalamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Geddalamari
As per Census 2011, Geddalamari village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 1,015 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 977 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Geddalamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,041 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 166 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,453 | 743 | 710 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 977 | 631 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 410 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Geddalamari
Geddalamari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harindral | South | 2.15 km |
| Madinal | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Gonal (p.n.) | North | 2.48 km |
| Hadalageri | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Chirchankal | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Yarazeri | South | 3.77 km |
| Jettagi | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Tapalkatti | West | 4.74 km |
| Bidarkundi | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Chalami | West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Geddalamari
Public transport in the Geddalamari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Almatti, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Muddebihal to Geddalamari is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Geddalamari is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geddalamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geddalamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Geddalamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geddalamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Geddalamari
Where is Geddalamari located?
Geddalamari village is located in Muddebihal Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geddalamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Geddalamari is Hadalageri.
What is the pincode of Geddalamari?
The pincode of Geddalamari is 586212.
What is the population of Geddalamari?
Geddalamari has a total population of 2,056, including 1,041 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Geddalamari?
There are 338 households in Geddalamari.
What is the literacy rate in Geddalamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geddalamari is 47.52%. Male literacy is 60.61% and female literacy is 34.09%.