Heggere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Heggere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Heggere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggere is 605997. The village covers a total geographical area of 1943.68 hectares and falls under the 577542 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Heggere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heggere
As per Census 2011, Heggere village has a total population of 3,882 people, consisting of 1,913 males and 1,969 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,704 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heggere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,882 | 1,913 | 1,969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 195 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,704 | 1,474 | 1,230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 439 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Heggere
Heggere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachapura | North | 2.45 km |
| Singapura | East | 2.90 km |
| Motihalli | South | 3.30 km |
| Vengalapura | North | 3.43 km |
| Sriramapura | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kadavagere | North | 3.79 km |
| Gavirangapura | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Grantapura | North | 4.63 km |
| Goolihalli | West | 4.69 km |
| Bhattarahalli | South-East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heggere
Heggere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adihalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 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 Hosdurga to Heggere is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Heggere is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heggere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Heggere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Heggere
Where is Heggere located?
Heggere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggere?
Heggere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heggere?
The pincode of Heggere is 577542.
What is the population of Heggere?
Heggere has a total population of 3,882, including 1,913 males and 1,969 females.
How many households are there in Heggere?
There are 955 households in Heggere.
What is the literacy rate in Heggere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggere is 69.65%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 62.47%.