Karahalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Karahalli is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Belavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahalli is 616670. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.58 hectares and falls under the 573102 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karahalli 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 Karahalli
As per Census 2011, Karahalli village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 469 males and 477 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 469 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 67 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 326 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 143 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Karahalli
Karahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beekanahalli | East | 1.19 km |
| Bandiganahalli | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Seebahalli | South | 1.80 km |
| Belavadi | West | 1.85 km |
| Godagundi | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Ajjur | North | 2.19 km |
| Hanemaranahalli | West | 2.29 km |
| Vaddarahalli | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Jodi Gubbi | North | 2.70 km |
| Niduvani | East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahalli
Karahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Annechakanahali, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| 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 Karahalli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Karahalli is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahalli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahalli 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 Karahalli
Where is Karahalli located?
Karahalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karahalli is Belavadi.
What is the pincode of Karahalli?
The pincode of Karahalli is 573102.
What is the population of Karahalli?
Karahalli has a total population of 946, including 469 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Karahalli?
There are 208 households in Karahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Karahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahalli is 59.30%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 49.27%.