Honnur - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Honnur is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Honnuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Honnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honnur is 619799. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.11 hectares and falls under the 571441 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Honnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Honnur
As per Census 2011, Honnur village has a total population of 4,387 people, consisting of 2,186 males and 2,201 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,406 literate and 1,981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,967 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,387 | 2,186 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 199 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,967 | 1,000 | 967 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 2,406 | 1,300 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,981 | 886 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Honnur
Honnur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jodimellahalli | South | 2.13 km |
| Kavudavadi | West | 2.49 km |
| Basavatti | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Duggahatti | South | 2.83 km |
| Kesthur | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Desavalli | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Santhemarahalli | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Avalkandalli | South | 3.65 km |
| Alahalli | North | 3.80 km |
| Thelanur | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honnur
Honnur 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 31.5 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 Yelandur to Honnur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Honnur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Honnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Honnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Honnur
Where is Honnur located?
Honnur village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Honnur is Honnuru.
What is the pincode of Honnur?
The pincode of Honnur is 571441.
What is the population of Honnur?
Honnur has a total population of 4,387, including 2,186 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Honnur?
There are 970 households in Honnur.
What is the literacy rate in Honnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honnur is 54.84%. Male literacy is 59.47% and female literacy is 50.25%.