Devarahalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Devarahalli is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Honnavalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devarahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarahalli is 616599. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.05 hectares and falls under the 573102 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Devarahalli 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 Devarahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Devarahalli village had a total population of 838 people, including 429 males and 409 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.97%, with male literacy at 76.29% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 838 | 429 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 296 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 133 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Devarahalli
Devarahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarahalli Kaval | South | 0.94 km |
| Chikkagavanahalli | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Kenchenahalli | North | 1.82 km |
| Honnavalli | West | 1.90 km |
| Garighatta | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Doddagavanahalli | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Chikkanahalli | East | 2.19 km |
| Shanavinakuppe | South | 2.19 km |
| Hullangala | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Narasinakuppe | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarahalli
Devarahalli 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 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arkalgud to Devarahalli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Devarahalli 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 Devarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarahalli 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 Devarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devarahalli
Where is Devarahalli located?
Devarahalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devarahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Devarahalli is Honnavalli.
What is the pincode of Devarahalli?
The pincode of Devarahalli is 573102.
What is the population of Devarahalli?
Devarahalli had a total population of 838, including 429 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Devarahalli?
Devarahalli had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarahalli was 66.97%. Male literacy was 76.29% and female literacy was 57.26%.