Byranahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Byranahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiremalali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byranahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byranahalli is 607028. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.55 hectares and falls under the 577221 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Byranahalli 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 Byranahalli
As per Census 2011, Byranahalli village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 164 males and 165 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byranahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 121 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 43 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Byranahalli
Byranahalli 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 | North | 1.36 km |
| Chikkamalali | South | 1.62 km |
| Galihalli | East | 2.16 km |
| Belavanthanahalli | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Thimlapura (jodi) | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Chiradoni | West | 2.50 km |
| Astapanahalli | North | 2.51 km |
| Hiremalali | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Chikkamadalu | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Melanaikanakatte | West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Byranahalli
Public transport in the Byranahalli 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 114.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Channagiri to Byranahalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Byranahalli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byranahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byranahalli 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 Byranahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byranahalli 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 Byranahalli
Where is Byranahalli located?
Byranahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byranahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Byranahalli is Hiremalali.
What is the pincode of Byranahalli?
The pincode of Byranahalli is 577221.
What is the population of Byranahalli?
Byranahalli has a total population of 329, including 164 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Byranahalli?
There are 63 households in Byranahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Byranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byranahalli is 64.44%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 55.15%.