Herakal - Siruguppa, Ballari
Herakal is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from Siruguppa and around 70 km from Bellary. Kenchanagudda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herakal is 604771. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290.41 hectares and falls under the 583122 pincode. Siruguppa is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Herakal 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 Herakal
As per Census 2011, Herakal village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 931 males and 926 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 391 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Herakal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 931 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 201 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 440 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 491 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Herakal
Herakal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurtkota (d) | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Kenchanagudda | North | 3.45 km |
| Nittur | South | 4.03 km |
| Arlihalli(simth Mukunda) | West | 4.23 km |
| Singapur | West | 5.58 km |
| Devalapura | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Mukunda | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Udegolam | South-West | 6.36 km |
| Siruguppa | North-East | 7.63 km |
| Tekkalakote | South-East | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herakal
Herakal 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 36.0 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 Herakal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Herakal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herakal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Herakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herakal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Herakal
Where is Herakal located?
Herakal village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Herakal is Kenchanagudda.
What is the pincode of Herakal?
The pincode of Herakal is 583122.
What is the population of Herakal?
Herakal has a total population of 1,857, including 931 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Herakal?
There are 349 households in Herakal.
What is the literacy rate in Herakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herakal is 38.34%. Male literacy is 47.26% and female literacy is 29.37%.