Thakkanahalli - Honnali, Davanagere
Thakkanahalli is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Masadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakkanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakkanahalli is 606788. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.08 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thakkanahalli 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 Thakkanahalli
As per Census 2011, Thakkanahalli village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 212 males and 242 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakkanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 212 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 49 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 142 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 70 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Thakkanahalli
Thakkanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kammaragatte | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Devarahonnali | West | 1.66 km |
| Masadi | North | 2.35 km |
| Holemadapura | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bidaragadde | South | 2.78 km |
| Gantyapura | East | 2.97 km |
| Anjaneyapura | East | 3.46 km |
| Gollarahalli | West | 3.63 km |
| Devanayakanahalli | West | 4.14 km |
| Hunesehalli | South-East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thakkanahalli
Thakkanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Thakkanahalli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Thakkanahalli is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakkanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakkanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thakkanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakkanahalli 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 Thakkanahalli
Where is Thakkanahalli located?
Thakkanahalli village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakkanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakkanahalli is Masadi.
What is the pincode of Thakkanahalli?
The pincode of Thakkanahalli is 577224.
What is the population of Thakkanahalli?
Thakkanahalli has a total population of 454, including 212 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Thakkanahalli?
There are 111 households in Thakkanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Thakkanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakkanahalli is 57.93%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 50.00%.