Aggunda - Arsikere, Hassan
Aggunda is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Aggunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aggunda is 615717. The village covers a total geographical area of 554.48 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Aggunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aggunda
As per Census 2011, Aggunda village has a total population of 2,663 people, consisting of 1,358 males and 1,305 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,017 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aggunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,663 | 1,358 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 346 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,017 | 1,129 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 229 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Aggunda
Aggunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singanakere | East | 2.37 km |
| Thirupathi | West | 2.66 km |
| Somenahalli | East | 2.77 km |
| Karehalli | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Sulekere | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Dummenahalli | East | 3.33 km |
| Bandihalli | South | 3.59 km |
| Laxmidevarahalli | South | 4.32 km |
| Dasihalli | East | 4.69 km |
| Kenchenahalli | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aggunda
Aggunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Aggunda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Aggunda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aggunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aggunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aggunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aggunda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aggunda
Where is Aggunda located?
Aggunda village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aggunda?
Aggunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aggunda?
The pincode of Aggunda is 573103.
What is the population of Aggunda?
Aggunda has a total population of 2,663, including 1,358 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Aggunda?
There are 649 households in Aggunda.
What is the literacy rate in Aggunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aggunda is 75.74%. Male literacy is 83.14% and female literacy is 68.05%.