Huvinahole - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Huvinahole 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Eshwaragere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huvinahole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huvinahole is 606117. The village covers a total geographical area of 2258.64 hectares and falls under the 577598 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Huvinahole 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 Huvinahole
As per Census 2011, Huvinahole village has a total population of 3,144 people, consisting of 1,552 males and 1,592 females. The village has 700 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,742 literate and 1,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Huvinahole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,144 | 1,552 | 1,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 171 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,200 | 586 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,742 | 962 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 590 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Huvinahole
Huvinahole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Appasamudra | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Samudradahalli | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Eswaragere | North | 3.86 km |
| Yennegere | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Myadanahole | South | 4.09 km |
| Koodlahalli | West | 4.11 km |
| Toresal Nagenahalli | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Devarakotta | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Uppalagere | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Venukalgudda | North-East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Huvinahole
Huvinahole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balenahalli, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 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 Huvinahole is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Huvinahole is about 40 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 Huvinahole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huvinahole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Huvinahole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huvinahole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Huvinahole
Where is Huvinahole located?
Huvinahole village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huvinahole?
The Gram Panchayat of Huvinahole is Eshwaragere.
What is the pincode of Huvinahole?
The pincode of Huvinahole is 577598.
What is the population of Huvinahole?
Huvinahole has a total population of 3,144, including 1,552 males and 1,592 females.
How many households are there in Huvinahole?
There are 700 households in Huvinahole.
What is the literacy rate in Huvinahole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huvinahole is 55.41%. Male literacy is 61.98% and female literacy is 48.99%.