Honnavalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Honnavalli 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 31 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Honnavalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honnavalli is 616592. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.64 hectares and falls under the 573102 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Honnavalli 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 Honnavalli
As per Census 2011, Honnavalli village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 650 males and 630 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honnavalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 650 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 830 | 474 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 176 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Honnavalli
Honnavalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kellur | West | 1.50 km |
| Dadadahalli | South | 1.51 km |
| Garighatta | North | 1.75 km |
| Devarahalli Kaval | East | 1.81 km |
| Devarahalli | East | 1.90 km |
| Cholenahalli | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Muthige | South | 2.68 km |
| Machagodanahalli | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Shanavinakuppe | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Narasinakuppe | North-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honnavalli
Honnavalli 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 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Honnavalli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Honnavalli is about 31 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 Honnavalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honnavalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Honnavalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honnavalli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Honnavalli
Where is Honnavalli located?
Honnavalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honnavalli?
Honnavalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Honnavalli?
The pincode of Honnavalli is 573102.
What is the population of Honnavalli?
Honnavalli has a total population of 1,280, including 650 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Honnavalli?
There are 297 households in Honnavalli.
What is the literacy rate in Honnavalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honnavalli is 64.84%. Male literacy is 72.92% and female literacy is 56.51%.