Yakkanahalli - Honnali, Davanagere
Yakkanahalli is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Yakkanahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yakkanahalli is 606800. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.6 hectares and falls under the 577219 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Yakkanahalli 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 Yakkanahalli
As per Census 2011, Yakkanahalli village has a total population of 1,941 people, consisting of 988 males and 953 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,456 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yakkanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 988 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 80 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 822 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 166 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Yakkanahalli
Yakkanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkahalivana | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Yarehalli | North | 2.01 km |
| Kundur | South | 2.30 km |
| Kulambi | East | 2.95 km |
| Yarachikkanahalli | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Chikkathammanahalli | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Sevalalnagara | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Halivana | North | 3.48 km |
| Thimalapura | West | 3.65 km |
| Koppa | West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yakkanahalli
Yakkanahalli 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 102.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Yakkanahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Yakkanahalli is about 30 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 Yakkanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yakkanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yakkanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yakkanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Yakkanahalli
Where is Yakkanahalli located?
Yakkanahalli village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yakkanahalli?
Yakkanahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yakkanahalli?
The pincode of Yakkanahalli is 577219.
What is the population of Yakkanahalli?
Yakkanahalli has a total population of 1,941, including 988 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Yakkanahalli?
There are 400 households in Yakkanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Yakkanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yakkanahalli is 75.01%. Male literacy is 83.20% and female literacy is 66.53%.