Harale - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Harale is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Harale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harale is 619841. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.18 hectares and falls under the 571342 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Harale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harale
As per Census 2011, Harale village has a total population of 2,544 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,258 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,306 literate and 1,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 960 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,544 | 1,286 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,414 | 719 | 695 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 960 | 474 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 712 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 574 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Harale
Harale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasanapura | West | 1.41 km |
| Agrahara | East | 1.66 km |
| Holesalu (kaveripura) | North | 2.62 km |
| Saragur | East | 2.85 km |
| Hampapura | West | 3.14 km |
| Siddayyanapura | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Jinakanahalli | East | 3.60 km |
| Koppalu (kalihundi) | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Dhanagere | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Linganapura | South | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harale
Harale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kollegal to Harale is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Harale is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harale
Where is Harale located?
Harale village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harale?
Harale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harale?
The pincode of Harale is 571342.
What is the population of Harale?
Harale has a total population of 2,544, including 1,286 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Harale?
There are 551 households in Harale.
What is the literacy rate in Harale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harale is 51.34%. Male literacy is 55.37% and female literacy is 47.22%.