Voddarahalli - Arkalgud, Hassan
Voddarahalli is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Vaddarahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Voddarahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voddarahalli is 616577. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.88 hectares and falls under the 573120 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Voddarahalli 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 Voddarahalli
As per Census 2011, Voddarahalli village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 596 males and 602 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 829 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Voddarahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 596 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 465 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 131 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Voddarahalli
Voddarahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neralahalli | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Maradi | East | 1.58 km |
| Gorur | North | 1.88 km |
| Ankanaikanahalli Kaval | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Ramagatta | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Ankanaikanahalli | South | 2.34 km |
| Kashipura | South | 2.41 km |
| Nygere | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Thyagatur | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Honnagowdanahalli | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Voddarahalli
Voddarahalli 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 69.2 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 Voddarahalli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Voddarahalli is about 30 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 Voddarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voddarahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Voddarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voddarahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Voddarahalli
Where is Voddarahalli located?
Voddarahalli village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voddarahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Voddarahalli is Vaddarahalli.
What is the pincode of Voddarahalli?
The pincode of Voddarahalli is 573120.
What is the population of Voddarahalli?
Voddarahalli has a total population of 1,198, including 596 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Voddarahalli?
There are 312 households in Voddarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Voddarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voddarahalli is 69.20%. Male literacy is 78.02% and female literacy is 60.47%.