Hemadala - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Hemadala is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Gananaikanahally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemadala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemadala is 606087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1884.08 hectares and falls under the 577545 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hemadala 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 Hemadala
As per Census 2011, Hemadala village has a total population of 2,849 people, consisting of 1,448 males and 1,401 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemadala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,849 | 1,448 | 1,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 185 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 499 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 258 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,031 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 417 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Hemadala
Hemadala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balenahalli | West | 2.70 km |
| Maskal | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Ambalagere | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Gannayakanahalli | West | 5.01 km |
| Byadarahalli | East | 5.05 km |
| Harthikote | North | 5.15 km |
| Myakalurahalli | South-West | 5.75 km |
| Babbur | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Bojapura | South | 6.07 km |
| Sevalalnagar | South | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hemadala
Hemadala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bellenahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 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 Hiriyur to Hemadala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Hemadala is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemadala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hemadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemadala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hemadala
Where is Hemadala located?
Hemadala village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemadala?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemadala is Gananaikanahally.
What is the pincode of Hemadala?
The pincode of Hemadala is 577545.
What is the population of Hemadala?
Hemadala has a total population of 2,849, including 1,448 males and 1,401 females.
How many households are there in Hemadala?
There are 639 households in Hemadala.
What is the literacy rate in Hemadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemadala is 64.41%. Male literacy is 71.20% and female literacy is 57.39%.