Araliganur - Siruguppa, Ballari
Araliganur is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Siruguppa and around 65 km from Bellary. Uppara Hosahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araliganur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araliganur is 604774. The village covers a total geographical area of 998.93 hectares and falls under the 583121 pincode. Siruguppa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Araliganur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araliganur
As per Census 2011, Araliganur village has a total population of 2,482 people, consisting of 1,219 males and 1,263 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araliganur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,482 | 1,219 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 167 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 346 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 795 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 424 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Araliganur
Araliganur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjinahal | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Boggur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Poppanahal | South | 3.16 km |
| Devalapura | West | 4.18 km |
| Kotehalsugur | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Hirehal | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Saliganur | East | 4.98 km |
| Kotehal | East | 4.99 km |
| Chanakanur | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Siruguppa | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araliganur
Araliganur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Isivi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Siruguppa to Araliganur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Araliganur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araliganur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araliganur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Araliganur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araliganur 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 Araliganur
Where is Araliganur located?
Araliganur village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araliganur?
The Gram Panchayat of Araliganur is Uppara Hosahalli.
What is the pincode of Araliganur?
The pincode of Araliganur is 583121.
What is the population of Araliganur?
Araliganur has a total population of 2,482, including 1,219 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Araliganur?
There are 518 households in Araliganur.
What is the literacy rate in Araliganur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araliganur is 52.54%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 40.30%.