Nandanahosur - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Nandanahosur is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Upparigenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandanahosur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandanahosur is 605803. The village covers a total geographical area of 1433.02 hectares and falls under the 577557 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nandanahosur 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 Nandanahosur
As per Census 2011, Nandanahosur village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,056 males and 1,069 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandanahosur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,125 | 1,056 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 240 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 819 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 237 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Nandanahosur
Nandanahosur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Horakeredevarapura | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Goppenahalli | North | 2.74 km |
| Halenahalli | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Nandihalli | North | 2.74 km |
| Budipura | South | 3.12 km |
| Gundikere | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Chowdagondanahalli | East | 3.39 km |
| Upparigenahalli | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Kanivejogihalli | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Sangenahalli | North-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandanahosur
Public transport in the Nandanahosur 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 101.6 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 Holalkere to Nandanahosur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Nandanahosur 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 Nandanahosur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandanahosur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nandanahosur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandanahosur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandanahosur
Where is Nandanahosur located?
Nandanahosur village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandanahosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandanahosur is Upparigenahalli.
What is the pincode of Nandanahosur?
The pincode of Nandanahosur is 577557.
What is the population of Nandanahosur?
Nandanahosur has a total population of 2,125, including 1,056 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Nandanahosur?
There are 477 households in Nandanahosur.
What is the literacy rate in Nandanahosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandanahosur is 68.05%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 58.65%.