Gulihosahalli - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Gulihosahalli is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Upparigenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulihosahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulihosahalli is 605817. The village covers a total geographical area of 1277.15 hectares and falls under the 577557 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gulihosahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulihosahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Gulihosahalli village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 678 males and 636 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.76%, with male literacy at 90.92% and female literacy at 78.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465.
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 | 1,314 | 678 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 238 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 561 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 117 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Gulihosahalli
Gulihosahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankaranahalli | South | 1.85 km |
| Muligeranahalli | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Lingadevarahalli | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Jogihalli | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Kereyagalahalli | North | 3.09 km |
| Sannakittadahalli | South | 3.20 km |
| Bandihalli | West | 3.22 km |
| Kumaranahalli | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kantamaranahalli | North | 4.02 km |
| Upparigenahalli | North-West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulihosahalli
Public transport in the Gulihosahalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amritapura, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Gulihosahalli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Gulihosahalli is about 38 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 Gulihosahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulihosahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gulihosahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulihosahalli 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 Gulihosahalli
Where is Gulihosahalli located?
Gulihosahalli village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulihosahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulihosahalli is Upparigenahalli.
What is the pincode of Gulihosahalli?
The pincode of Gulihosahalli is 577557.
What is the population of Gulihosahalli?
Gulihosahalli had a total population of 1,314, including 678 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Gulihosahalli?
Gulihosahalli had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulihosahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulihosahalli was 84.76%. Male literacy was 90.92% and female literacy was 78.31%.