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 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 Kanigere
According to the 2011 Census, Kanigere village had a total population of 213 people, including 110 males and 103 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 213, including 110 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kanigere?
Kanigere had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanigere was 82.76%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 73.47%.