Herthanakudige - Koppa, Chikkamagaluru
Herthanakudige is a village situated in the Koppa taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Koppa and around 90 km from Chikmagalur. Atthikodige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herthanakudige village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herthanakudige is 609037. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.87 hectares and falls under the 577120 pincode. Koppa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Herthanakudige village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sringeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Herthanakudige
According to the 2011 Census, Herthanakudige village had a total population of 41 people, including 23 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.44%.
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 | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Herthanakudige
Herthanakudige 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 Herthanakudige
Herthanakudige is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koppa to Herthanakudige is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Herthanakudige is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herthanakudige
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herthanakudige village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Herthanakudige
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herthanakudige 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 Herthanakudige
Where is Herthanakudige located?
Herthanakudige village is located in Koppa Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Herthanakudige?
The Gram Panchayat of Herthanakudige is Atthikodige.
What is the pincode of Herthanakudige?
The pincode of Herthanakudige is 577120.
What is the population of Herthanakudige?
Herthanakudige had a total population of 41, including 23 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Herthanakudige?
Herthanakudige had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herthanakudige?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herthanakudige was 97.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.44%.