Sarakanur - Hosakote, Bengaluru Rural
Sarakanur is a village situated in the Hosakote taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Hosakote and around 55 km from Bangalore Rural. Nelavagilu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarakanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakanur is 625545. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.38 hectares. Hosakote is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sarakanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosakote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarakanur
According to the 2011 Census, Sarakanur village had a total population of 264 people, including 141 males and 123 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 141 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 128 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 13 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakanur
Sarakanur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sarakanur
Sarakanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosakote to Sarakanur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Sarakanur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarakanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarakanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakanur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarakanur
Where is Sarakanur located?
Sarakanur village is located in Hosakote Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarakanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarakanur is Nelavagilu.
What is the population of Sarakanur?
Sarakanur had a total population of 264, including 141 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sarakanur?
Sarakanur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakanur was 84.43%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 70.27%.