Astapanahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Astapanahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiremalali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Astapanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astapanahalli is 607022. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.83 hectares and falls under the 577221 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Astapanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astapanahalli
As per Census 2011, Astapanahalli village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 247 males and 270 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astapanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 247 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 196 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 114 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 133 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Astapanahalli
Astapanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thilineerkatte | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Lingadahalli | North | 1.83 km |
| Garagadakatte | West | 2.04 km |
| Byranahalli | South | 2.51 km |
| Chiradoni | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Nallur | East | 2.60 km |
| Somasettihalli | North-East | 2.71 km |
| N.basavanahalli | West | 2.88 km |
| Belavanthanahalli | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Shivagangehalli | West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Astapanahalli
Astapanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Channagiri to Astapanahalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Astapanahalli is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Astapanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astapanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Astapanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astapanahalli 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 Astapanahalli
Where is Astapanahalli located?
Astapanahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astapanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Astapanahalli is Hiremalali.
What is the pincode of Astapanahalli?
The pincode of Astapanahalli is 577221.
What is the population of Astapanahalli?
Astapanahalli has a total population of 517, including 247 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Astapanahalli?
There are 105 households in Astapanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Astapanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astapanahalli is 35.78%. Male literacy is 46.15% and female literacy is 26.30%.