Nagavara - Alur, Hassan
Nagavara is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Mallapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagavara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagavara is 616241. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.97 hectares and falls under the 573129 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nagavara 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 Nagavara
As per Census 2011, Nagavara village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 137 males and 144 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagavara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 8 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 102 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 35 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Nagavara
Nagavara 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 Nagavara
Nagavara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Nagavara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Nagavara is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagavara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagavara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagavara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagavara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagavara
Where is Nagavara located?
Nagavara village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagavara?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagavara is Mallapura.
What is the pincode of Nagavara?
The pincode of Nagavara is 573129.
What is the population of Nagavara?
Nagavara has a total population of 281, including 137 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Nagavara?
There are 66 households in Nagavara.
What is the literacy rate in Nagavara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagavara is 65.12%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 56.25%.