Honkaravalli Village - 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 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 Honkaravalli
As per Census 2011, Honkaravalli village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 161 males and 154 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honkaravalli are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 315, including 161 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Honkaravalli?
There are 77 households in Honkaravalli.
What is the literacy rate in Honkaravalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honkaravalli is 63.17%. Male literacy is 65.84% and female literacy is 60.39%.