Hiregonigere - Honnali, Davanagere
Hiregonigere is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiregonigere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiregonigere is 606778. The village covers a total geographical area of 1852.62 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hiregonigere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiregonigere
As per Census 2011, Hiregonigere village has a total population of 3,302 people, consisting of 1,721 males and 1,581 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,109 literate and 1,193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 955 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 554 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiregonigere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,302 | 1,721 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 219 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 492 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 291 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 2,109 | 1,221 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 500 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Hiregonigere
Hiregonigere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chickagonigere | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Haraganahalli | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Konanathale | North | 3.07 km |
| Shankaranahalli | West | 4.33 km |
| Arakere | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Kotemallur | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Guddada Thumminakatte | North | 4.69 km |
| Holeharalahalli | West | 5.36 km |
| Narasimhapura | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Muginagondi | North-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiregonigere
Hiregonigere 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 100.6 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 Honnali to Hiregonigere is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Hiregonigere is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiregonigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiregonigere 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 Hiregonigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiregonigere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiregonigere
Where is Hiregonigere located?
Hiregonigere village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiregonigere?
Hiregonigere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hiregonigere?
The pincode of Hiregonigere is 577217.
What is the population of Hiregonigere?
Hiregonigere has a total population of 3,302, including 1,721 males and 1,581 females.
How many households are there in Hiregonigere?
There are 675 households in Hiregonigere.
What is the literacy rate in Hiregonigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiregonigere is 63.87%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 56.17%.