Konanur - Arkalgud, Hassan
Konanur is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Konanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konanur is 616723. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.86 hectares and falls under the 573130 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Konanur 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 Konanur
According to the 2011 Census, Konanur village had a total population of 8,032 people, including 4,033 males and 3,999 females, living in 1,988 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 73.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,857, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 8,032 | 4,033 | 3,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 825 | 428 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,857 | 899 | 958 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 5,729 | 3,097 | 2,632 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,303 | 936 | 1,367 |
Nearby Villages of Konanur
Konanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vodavana Hosahalli | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Kerehosahalli | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Lakkanahalli | North | 1.96 km |
| Ullenahalli | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Bangarahalli | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kattepura | South | 2.24 km |
| Chikkahalli | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Nanjalapura | North | 2.27 km |
| Koodalur | East | 2.71 km |
| Hirehalli | East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konanur
Konanur 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 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Konanur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Konanur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Konanur
Where is Konanur located?
Konanur village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konanur?
Konanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konanur?
The pincode of Konanur is 573130.
What is the population of Konanur?
Konanur had a total population of 8,032, including 4,033 males and 3,999 females.
How many households are there in Konanur?
Konanur had 1,988 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konanur was 79.49%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 73.07%.