Haralakatta - Channagiri, Davanagere
Haralakatta is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kanchiganal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haralakatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haralakatta is 607091. The village covers a total geographical area of 664.16 hectares and falls under the 577215 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Haralakatta 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 Haralakatta
As per Census 2011, Haralakatta village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 296 males and 299 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haralakatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 296 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 234 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 62 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Haralakatta
Haralakatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosuru | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Bannihatti | West | 2.34 km |
| Hebbalagere | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Kalkere | East | 2.99 km |
| Madapura | North | 3.12 km |
| Kanchiganahalu | South | 3.32 km |
| Vaddanalu | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Mahadevapura | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Goppenahalli | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Benkikere | North-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haralakatta
Haralakatta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nulemuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.4 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 Channagiri to Haralakatta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Haralakatta is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haralakatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haralakatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Haralakatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haralakatta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haralakatta
Where is Haralakatta located?
Haralakatta village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haralakatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Haralakatta is Kanchiganal.
What is the pincode of Haralakatta?
The pincode of Haralakatta is 577215.
What is the population of Haralakatta?
Haralakatta has a total population of 595, including 296 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Haralakatta?
There are 141 households in Haralakatta.
What is the literacy rate in Haralakatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haralakatta is 70.59%. Male literacy is 79.05% and female literacy is 62.21%.