Nelahonne - Honnali, Davanagere
Nelahonne is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kumbalur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelahonne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelahonne is 606809. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.64 hectares and falls under the 577219 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nelahonne 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 Nelahonne
As per Census 2011, Nelahonne village has a total population of 2,239 people, consisting of 1,141 males and 1,098 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,604 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelahonne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,239 | 1,141 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 331 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,604 | 901 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 240 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Nelahonne
Nelahonne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavalithanda | East | 1.84 km |
| Kumblur | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Reddihalli | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Kundur | West | 3.05 km |
| Kulambi | North | 3.09 km |
| Kathalgere | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Harlipura | South | 3.70 km |
| Chikkakurubarahalli | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Yakkanahalli | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Marabanahalli | South | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nelahonne
Nelahonne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tolahunse, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 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 Nelahonne is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Nelahonne is about 35 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 Nelahonne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelahonne 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 Nelahonne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelahonne 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 Nelahonne
Where is Nelahonne located?
Nelahonne village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelahonne?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelahonne is Kumbalur.
What is the pincode of Nelahonne?
The pincode of Nelahonne is 577219.
What is the population of Nelahonne?
Nelahonne has a total population of 2,239, including 1,141 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Nelahonne?
There are 480 households in Nelahonne.
What is the literacy rate in Nelahonne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelahonne is 71.64%. Male literacy is 78.97% and female literacy is 64.03%.