Heelagere - Arkalgud, Hassan
Heelagere is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Dodda Bemmathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heelagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heelagere is 616681. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 573130 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Heelagere 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 Heelagere
As per Census 2011, Heelagere village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 54 males and 56 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heelagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Heelagere
Heelagere 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 Heelagere
Heelagere is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arkalgud to Heelagere is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Heelagere is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heelagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heelagere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heelagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heelagere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Heelagere
Where is Heelagere located?
Heelagere village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heelagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Heelagere is Dodda Bemmathi.
What is the pincode of Heelagere?
The pincode of Heelagere is 573130.
What is the population of Heelagere?
Heelagere has a total population of 110, including 54 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Heelagere?
There are 27 households in Heelagere.
What is the literacy rate in Heelagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heelagere is 65.45%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 55.36%.