Sanihalli - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Sanihalli is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Sanihalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanihalli is 605878. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.6 hectares and falls under the 577515 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sanihalli 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 Sanihalli
As per Census 2011, Sanihalli village has a total population of 1,773 people, consisting of 975 males and 798 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 975 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 83 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 193 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 843 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 132 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Sanihalli
Sanihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hurulihalli | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Settyhalli | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Kabbinakere | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Heggadehalli | West | 3.08 km |
| Arabala | West | 3.22 km |
| Adrikatte | South | 3.59 km |
| Neeragunda | East | 3.83 km |
| Hullehalli | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Channapura | North | 4.14 km |
| Marabagatta | South-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanihalli
Sanihalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Sanihalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Sanihalli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanihalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanihalli
Where is Sanihalli located?
Sanihalli village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanihalli?
Sanihalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanihalli?
The pincode of Sanihalli is 577515.
What is the population of Sanihalli?
Sanihalli has a total population of 1,773, including 975 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Sanihalli?
There are 322 households in Sanihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sanihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanihalli is 82.06%. Male literacy is 86.46% and female literacy is 76.69%.