Bychanahalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Bychanahalli is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Bychanahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bychanahalli is 616614. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.86 hectares and falls under the 573102 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bychanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bychanahalli
As per Census 2011, Bychanahalli village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 390 males and 345 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bychanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 390 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 276 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 114 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Bychanahalli
Bychanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goravanahalli | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Chikkanahalli | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Maravalalu | South | 1.28 km |
| Hethagowdanahalli | East | 1.38 km |
| Doddagavanahalli | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Keshavapura | North | 1.72 km |
| Anegundi Kaval | South | 1.97 km |
| Chikkagavanahalli | West | 2.12 km |
| Kallubyadrahalli | East | 2.32 km |
| Hullangala | North-West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bychanahalli
Bychanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mavinkere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arkalgud to Bychanahalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Bychanahalli is about 40 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 Bychanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bychanahalli 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 Bychanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bychanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bychanahalli
Where is Bychanahalli located?
Bychanahalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bychanahalli?
Bychanahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bychanahalli?
The pincode of Bychanahalli is 573102.
What is the population of Bychanahalli?
Bychanahalli has a total population of 735, including 390 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Bychanahalli?
There are 180 households in Bychanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bychanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bychanahalli is 59.32%. Male literacy is 70.77% and female literacy is 46.38%.