Ankanahalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Ankanahalli is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Belavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankanahalli is 616673. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.88 hectares and falls under the 573113 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ankanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Ankanahalli village had a total population of 1,408 people, including 729 males and 679 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 64.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 1,408 | 729 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 547 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 182 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Ankanahalli
Ankanahalli 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 Ankanahalli
Ankanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ankanahalli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arkalgud to Ankanahalli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Ankanahalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankanahalli 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 Ankanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ankanahalli
Where is Ankanahalli located?
Ankanahalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankanahalli is Belavadi.
What is the pincode of Ankanahalli?
The pincode of Ankanahalli is 573113.
What is the population of Ankanahalli?
Ankanahalli had a total population of 1,408, including 729 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Ankanahalli?
Ankanahalli had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankanahalli was 73.66%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 64.40%.