Channahalli - Alur, Hassan
Channahalli is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Palya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channahalli is 616351. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.45 hectares and falls under the 573218 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Channahalli 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 Channahalli
As per Census 2011, Channahalli village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 182 males and 177 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Channahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 182 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 43 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Channahalli
Channahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dindagatta | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Shankaranahalli | East | 1.10 km |
| Boodanahalli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Palya | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Kanadahalli | East | 1.79 km |
| Honnavalli | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Belluru | North | 2.01 km |
| Kenchanahalli Pura | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Kenchanahalli | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Chigaluru | South | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Channahalli
Channahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ballupete, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Channahalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Channahalli is about 22 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 Channahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channahalli 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Channahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Channahalli
Where is Channahalli located?
Channahalli village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Channahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Channahalli is Palya.
What is the pincode of Channahalli?
The pincode of Channahalli is 573218.
What is the population of Channahalli?
Channahalli has a total population of 359, including 182 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Channahalli?
There are 100 households in Channahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Channahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channahalli is 73.54%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 70.62%.