Kanigere - Alur, Hassan
Kanigere is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Karagodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanigere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanigere is 616284. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.19 hectares and falls under the 573129 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kanigere 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 Kanigere
As per Census 2011, Kanigere village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 110 males and 103 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanigere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 96 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kanigere
Kanigere is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanigere
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanigere.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kanigere is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kanigere is about 36 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 Kanigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanigere 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 Kanigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanigere 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 Kanigere
Where is Kanigere located?
Kanigere village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanigere?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanigere is Karagodu.
What is the pincode of Kanigere?
The pincode of Kanigere is 573129.
What is the population of Kanigere?
Kanigere has a total population of 213, including 110 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kanigere?
There are 59 households in Kanigere.
What is the literacy rate in Kanigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanigere is 78.87%. Male literacy is 87.27% and female literacy is 69.90%.