Sothenahalli - Doddaballapura, Bengaluru Rural
Sothenahalli is a village situated in the Doddaballapura taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from Dod Ballapur and around 32 km from Bangalore Rural. Thubugere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sothenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sothenahalli is 625048. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.68 hectares and falls under the 561203 pincode. Dod Ballapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sothenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sothenahalli
As per Census 2011, Sothenahalli village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 204 males and 185 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sothenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 161 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 43 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sothenahalli
Sothenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yedlahalli | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Myakalahalli | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Tubagere | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Kachahalli | South | 1.64 km |
| Durgenahalli | West | 1.66 km |
| Hiremuddenahalli | North | 1.82 km |
| Chikkamuddenahalli | North | 1.86 km |
| Naraganahalli | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Subraya Nagenahalli | West | 2.52 km |
| Masthimmanahalli | South-East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sothenahalli
Sothenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Oddarahalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dod Ballapur to Sothenahalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Sothenahalli is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sothenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sothenahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sothenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sothenahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sothenahalli
Where is Sothenahalli located?
Sothenahalli village is located in Doddaballapura Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sothenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sothenahalli is Thubugere.
What is the pincode of Sothenahalli?
The pincode of Sothenahalli is 561203.
What is the population of Sothenahalli?
Sothenahalli has a total population of 389, including 204 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Sothenahalli?
There are 74 households in Sothenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sothenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sothenahalli is 70.69%. Male literacy is 78.92% and female literacy is 61.62%.