Kortikere Kaval - Arkalgud, Hassan
Kortikere Kaval is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Koratikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kortikere Kaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kortikere Kaval is 616656. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.56 hectares and falls under the 573142 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kortikere Kaval 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 Kortikere Kaval
As per Census 2011, Kortikere Kaval village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 199 males and 188 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kortikere Kaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 199 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 147 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 52 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Kortikere Kaval
Kortikere Kaval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanemaranahalli | East | 1.40 km |
| Kotekarpuravalli | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Koratikere | West | 1.87 km |
| Vaddarahalli | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Belavadi | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Ibbadi | North | 2.47 km |
| Belikarpuravalli | South | 2.59 km |
| Agrahara | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Ajjur | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Karahalli | East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kortikere Kaval
Kortikere Kaval 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 57.8 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 Kortikere Kaval is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kortikere Kaval is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kortikere Kaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kortikere Kaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kortikere Kaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kortikere Kaval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kortikere Kaval
Where is Kortikere Kaval located?
Kortikere Kaval village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kortikere Kaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Kortikere Kaval is Koratikere.
What is the pincode of Kortikere Kaval?
The pincode of Kortikere Kaval is 573142.
What is the population of Kortikere Kaval?
Kortikere Kaval has a total population of 387, including 199 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Kortikere Kaval?
There are 90 households in Kortikere Kaval.
What is the literacy rate in Kortikere Kaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kortikere Kaval is 60.47%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 46.28%.