Sirappanahalli - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Sirappanahalli is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Madderu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirappanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirappanahalli is 605783. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.58 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sirappanahalli 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 Sirappanahalli
As per Census 2011, Sirappanahalli village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 260 males and 239 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirappanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 260 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 180 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 80 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Sirappanahalli
Sirappanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunasepanche | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Malaninganahalli | South | 2.21 km |
| T.yemmiganur | North | 2.60 km |
| Kudineerakatti | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Madderu | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Talya | East | 4.27 km |
| Halehalli | North | 4.29 km |
| Lokadolalu | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Bommanakatte | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Duggavara | South | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirappanahalli
Sirappanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 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 Sirappanahalli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Sirappanahalli 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 Sirappanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirappanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirappanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirappanahalli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirappanahalli
Where is Sirappanahalli located?
Sirappanahalli village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirappanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirappanahalli is Madderu.
What is the pincode of Sirappanahalli?
The pincode of Sirappanahalli is 577527.
What is the population of Sirappanahalli?
Sirappanahalli has a total population of 499, including 260 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Sirappanahalli?
There are 119 households in Sirappanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sirappanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirappanahalli is 60.52%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 51.05%.