Kanathur - Alur, Hassan
Kanathur 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. Kanathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanathur is 616340. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.59 hectares and falls under the 573213 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kanathur 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 Kanathur
As per Census 2011, Kanathur village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 446 males and 451 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 446 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 162 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 370 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 76 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Kanathur
Kanathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sugganahalli | South | 1.19 km |
| Virupapura | North | 1.27 km |
| Siddapura | West | 1.35 km |
| Kodagihalli | East | 1.39 km |
| Bhavasavalli | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Beechalapura | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Nakalgod | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Toragaravalli | South | 2.00 km |
| Yelaganahalli | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Yerehalli | North-West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanathur
Kanathur 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 86.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Kanathur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kanathur 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 Kanathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanathur
Where is Kanathur located?
Kanathur village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanathur?
Kanathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanathur?
The pincode of Kanathur is 573213.
What is the population of Kanathur?
Kanathur has a total population of 897, including 446 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Kanathur?
There are 221 households in Kanathur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanathur is 76.14%. Male literacy is 82.96% and female literacy is 69.40%.