Gollahalli - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Gollahalli is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Yeraballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gollahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollahalli is 606055. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.55 hectares and falls under the 577545 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gollahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hiriyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gollahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Gollahalli village had a total population of 882 people, including 430 males and 452 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 84.55% and female literacy at 66.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 882 | 430 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 323 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 107 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Gollahalli
Gollahalli 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 Gollahalli
Gollahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Gollahalli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiriyur to Gollahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Gollahalli is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gollahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gollahalli
Where is Gollahalli located?
Gollahalli village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gollahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gollahalli is Yeraballi.
What is the pincode of Gollahalli?
The pincode of Gollahalli is 577545.
What is the population of Gollahalli?
Gollahalli had a total population of 882, including 430 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Gollahalli?
Gollahalli had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gollahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollahalli was 75.13%. Male literacy was 84.55% and female literacy was 66.43%.