Karalahalli - Harihar, Davanagere
Karalahalli is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Sarati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karalahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karalahalli is 606271. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.89 hectares and falls under the 577601 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karalahalli 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 Karalahalli
As per Census 2011, Karalahalli village has a total population of 902 people, consisting of 469 males and 433 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karalahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 | 469 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 318 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 151 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Karalahalli
Karalahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurubarahalli | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Dheetur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bullapura | East | 2.16 km |
| Kenchanahalli | East | 2.54 km |
| Hottigenahalli | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Bhyranahalli | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Sarathi | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Ganganarasi | South | 3.21 km |
| Pamenahalli | West | 3.34 km |
| Vaderahalli | South-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karalahalli
Karalahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harihar, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harihar to Karalahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Karalahalli is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karalahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karalahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karalahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karalahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karalahalli
Where is Karalahalli located?
Karalahalli village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karalahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karalahalli is Sarati.
What is the pincode of Karalahalli?
The pincode of Karalahalli is 577601.
What is the population of Karalahalli?
Karalahalli has a total population of 902, including 469 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Karalahalli?
There are 159 households in Karalahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Karalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karalahalli is 65.30%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 62.59%.