Bijjanahalli - Alur, Hassan
Bijjanahalli is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Byarapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijjanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijjanahalli is 616390. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.77 hectares and falls under the 573218 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bijjanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijjanahalli
As per Census 2011, Bijjanahalli village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 108 males and 114 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijjanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 5 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Bijjanahalli
Bijjanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kenchanahalli | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Bachanahalli | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Soppinahalli | East | 1.41 km |
| Samadale | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Singapura | South | 1.44 km |
| Kanadahalli | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Shankaranahalli | West | 1.98 km |
| Toragaravalli | North | 2.17 km |
| Marasu | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Byaba | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijjanahalli
Bijjanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alur Halt, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Bijjanahalli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Bijjanahalli is about 18 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 Bijjanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijjanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bijjanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijjanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bijjanahalli
Where is Bijjanahalli located?
Bijjanahalli village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijjanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijjanahalli is Byarapura.
What is the pincode of Bijjanahalli?
The pincode of Bijjanahalli is 573218.
What is the population of Bijjanahalli?
Bijjanahalli has a total population of 222, including 108 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bijjanahalli?
There are 52 households in Bijjanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bijjanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijjanahalli is 52.70%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 44.74%.