Kotehalsugur - Siruguppa, Ballari
Kotehalsugur is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Siruguppa and around 72 km from Bellary. K.sugur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotehalsugur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotehalsugur is 604809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.2 hectares and falls under the 583121 pincode. Siruguppa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kotehalsugur 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 Kotehalsugur
As per Census 2011, Kotehalsugur village has a total population of 2,406 people, consisting of 1,214 males and 1,192 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 932 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 876 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotehalsugur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,406 | 1,214 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 194 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 876 | 450 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 611 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 603 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Kotehalsugur
Kotehalsugur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotehal | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Hirehal | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Saliganur | North | 2.89 km |
| Mudenur | South | 3.52 km |
| Bandrahal | East | 4.54 km |
| Araliganur | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Manjinahal | West | 4.94 km |
| Boggur | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Poppanahal | West | 5.21 km |
| Kenchagarabelagal | South-East | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotehalsugur
Kotehalsugur 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 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siruguppa to Kotehalsugur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Kotehalsugur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotehalsugur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotehalsugur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotehalsugur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotehalsugur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotehalsugur
Where is Kotehalsugur located?
Kotehalsugur village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotehalsugur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotehalsugur is K.sugur.
What is the pincode of Kotehalsugur?
The pincode of Kotehalsugur is 583121.
What is the population of Kotehalsugur?
Kotehalsugur has a total population of 2,406, including 1,214 males and 1,192 females.
How many households are there in Kotehalsugur?
There are 431 households in Kotehalsugur.
What is the literacy rate in Kotehalsugur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotehalsugur is 38.74%. Male literacy is 50.33% and female literacy is 26.93%.