Honkaravalli - Alur, Hassan
Honkaravalli is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Abbana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Honkaravalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honkaravalli is 616245. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.83 hectares and falls under the 573214 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Honkaravalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Honkaravalli
According to the 2011 Census, Honkaravalli village had a total population of 315 people, including 161 males and 154 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 64.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 106 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 55 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Honkaravalli
Honkaravalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anigalale | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Bandihalli | West | 1.12 km |
| Hosagadde | North | 1.58 km |
| Kuniganahalli | West | 1.99 km |
| Jammanahalli | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Madagodu | East | 2.41 km |
| Malagalale | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Adarvalli | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Hydur | South | 2.72 km |
| Rajendrapura | North-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honkaravalli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Honkaravalli. The nearest railway station is Ballupete, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 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 Sakleshpur to Honkaravalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Honkaravalli is about 34 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 Honkaravalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honkaravalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Honkaravalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honkaravalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Honkaravalli
Where is Honkaravalli located?
Honkaravalli village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Honkaravalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Honkaravalli is Abbana.
What is the pincode of Honkaravalli?
The pincode of Honkaravalli is 573214.
What is the population of Honkaravalli?
Honkaravalli had a total population of 315, including 161 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Honkaravalli?
Honkaravalli had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Honkaravalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honkaravalli was 69.82%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 64.14%.