Jinakanahalli - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Jinakanahalli is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Dhanagere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jinakanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinakanahalli is 619823. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.68 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jinakanahalli 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 Jinakanahalli
As per Census 2011, Jinakanahalli village has a total population of 1,980 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 972 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,207 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jinakanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,980 | 1,008 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,196 | 614 | 582 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 675 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 333 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Jinakanahalli
Jinakanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saragur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Gundegala | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Agrahara | West | 1.95 km |
| Siddayyanapura | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Madhuvanahalli | South | 2.79 km |
| Dhanagere | North | 3.41 km |
| Harale | West | 3.60 km |
| Palya | East | 4.39 km |
| Uganiya | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Linganapura | South-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jinakanahalli
Jinakanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jinakanahalli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Jinakanahalli is about 43 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 Jinakanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinakanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jinakanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinakanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jinakanahalli
Where is Jinakanahalli located?
Jinakanahalli village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jinakanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jinakanahalli is Dhanagere.
What is the pincode of Jinakanahalli?
The pincode of Jinakanahalli is 571440.
What is the population of Jinakanahalli?
Jinakanahalli has a total population of 1,980, including 1,008 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Jinakanahalli?
There are 435 households in Jinakanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Jinakanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinakanahalli is 60.96%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 54.73%.