Honnakaluve - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Honnakaluve is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Gungiganur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Honnakaluve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honnakaluve is 605647. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.25 hectares and falls under the 577523 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Honnakaluve 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 Honnakaluve
As per Census 2011, Honnakaluve village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 227 males and 228 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honnakaluve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 227 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 130 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 49 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Honnakaluve
Honnakaluve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sringeri-hanumanahalli | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Chikkajajur (ct) | South | 1.77 km |
| Gunjiganur | East | 1.96 km |
| Rangavvanahalli | North | 1.99 km |
| Iyyanahalli Kaval | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Chikkajajur Kaval | East | 2.94 km |
| Kadur | West | 3.05 km |
| Kotehal | South | 3.34 km |
| Iyyanahalli | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Chikkandavadi | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honnakaluve
Honnakaluve is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chikjajur Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Honnakaluve is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Honnakaluve 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 Honnakaluve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honnakaluve 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Honnakaluve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honnakaluve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Honnakaluve
Where is Honnakaluve located?
Honnakaluve village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honnakaluve?
The Gram Panchayat of Honnakaluve is Gungiganur.
What is the pincode of Honnakaluve?
The pincode of Honnakaluve is 577523.
What is the population of Honnakaluve?
Honnakaluve has a total population of 455, including 227 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Honnakaluve?
There are 105 households in Honnakaluve.
What is the literacy rate in Honnakaluve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honnakaluve is 72.31%. Male literacy is 78.41% and female literacy is 66.23%.