Holesirigere - Harihar, Davanagere
Holesirigere is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Holesirigere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holesirigere is 606211. The village covers a total geographical area of 1584.53 hectares and falls under the 577516 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Holesirigere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holesirigere
As per Census 2011, Holesirigere village has a total population of 5,540 people, consisting of 2,787 males and 2,753 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,799 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holesirigere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,540 | 2,787 | 2,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 267 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 427 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 284 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 3,799 | 2,086 | 1,713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 701 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Holesirigere
Holesirigere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadaranaikanahalli | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Kamalapura | East | 2.90 km |
| Yalehole | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Dhulehole | North | 3.15 km |
| Malalahalli | West | 3.90 km |
| Nandigavi | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Lakkasettihalli | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Yalavatti | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Huliginahole | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Palya | West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holesirigere
Holesirigere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 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 Harihar to Holesirigere is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Holesirigere is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holesirigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holesirigere 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 Holesirigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holesirigere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holesirigere
Where is Holesirigere located?
Holesirigere village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holesirigere?
Holesirigere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Holesirigere?
The pincode of Holesirigere is 577516.
What is the population of Holesirigere?
Holesirigere has a total population of 5,540, including 2,787 males and 2,753 females.
How many households are there in Holesirigere?
There are 1,156 households in Holesirigere.
What is the literacy rate in Holesirigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holesirigere is 68.57%. Male literacy is 74.85% and female literacy is 62.22%.