Heggathur

Heggathur is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Handrangi is the gram panchayat of Heggathur village.

Heggathur has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Heggathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heggathur is 616686. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573113. Arkalgud is nearest town to Heggathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Heggathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Heggathur

Below is a concise population overview of Heggathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 590 306 284
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 32 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 65 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 324 189 135
Illiterate Population 266 117 149

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Heggathur village:

  • The total population of Heggathur village is around 590, including approximately 306 males and 284 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Heggathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Heggathur village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Heggathur village is about 54.92%, with male literacy at 61.76% and female literacy at 47.54%.
  • There are around 143 households in Heggathur village.

Connectivity of Heggathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heggathur. As per the 2011 stats, Heggathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Heggathur

Knowing the nearby villages of Heggathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Heggathur.

Heelagere Sulagodu Somavara Tarigalale Channigarayana Abbur Hindlahalli Ankanahalli Honnaganahalli Karagallu Bettagalale Bellame Hodenoor

Frequently Asked Questions about Heggathur

Where is Heggathur located?
Heggathur village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggathur is Handrangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Heggathur?
The pincode of Heggathur is 573113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Heggathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heggathur is 590, with 306 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Heggathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Heggathur village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heggathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heggathur is 54.92%. The male literacy rate is 61.76%, while the female literacy rate is 47.54%.