Munirabad

Munirabad, also called Huligi, is a village in the Koppal district in the Indian state of Karnataka.DemographicsAccording to the 2001 Indian census, Munirabad had a population of 8,113. 12% of inhabitants were under 6. Males constituted 51% of the population. Munirabad had an average literacy rate of 75%, considerably higher than the national average of 59.5%. Male literacy surpassed that of females, at 82% compared to 68%.EconomyMunirabad is mostly an industrial area.GeographyThe Tungabhadra River and Dam, known for its park and Independence Day celebrations, is situated close to Munirabad. Hampi is near Hospet, which was built by Raja Krishna Dev Raya. The two banks to Tungabhadra Dam are TB Dam and Munirabad Dam.Munirabad comes besides National Highway 67 (NH 67, previously National Highway 63), on way to Hospet - Koppal.FacilitiesMunirabad Dam is a project area that includes Japan Garden, Pampavana, High-level Canal, Low-level Canal, School, Hospital, Indrabhavan, offices of different departments such as KPTCl and PWD, the Irrigation and Horticulture departments, guest houses, Dhabas around Area, Vishweshraya hall.Munirabad has one power generating station from KPTCL called Powerhouse.Places of worship include Ganesha Temple, Banni Mahankali Temple, Mosque, Church, and the Hanuman Temple.TransportMunirabad can be reached by bus from Hospet or Koppal . Train stations include Hospet or Munirabad RS.HistoryWhen Rama and Laxman were seeking to find Sita Mata they met Shabri, who was a devotee of Lord Rama, at Pampa Sarover, very near Munirabad. Bali Kila (Bali's Fort) is also situated near this place. Rishyamookh Hill is where Lord Rama and Hanuman met for the first time.