Agrahara - Arsikere, Hassan
Agrahara is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kachighatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agrahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agrahara is 615527. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.27 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Agrahara 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 Agrahara
As per Census 2011, Agrahara village has a total population of 2,142 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 1,065 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,616 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agrahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,142 | 1,077 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 176 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 858 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 219 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Agrahara
Agrahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uppinahalli | North | 1.42 km |
| Bagilaghatta | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Venkatapura | North | 2.29 km |
| Machegundanahalli | West | 2.31 km |
| Suledimmanahalli | South | 2.36 km |
| Mallapura | East | 2.39 km |
| Chikkarehalli | North | 2.54 km |
| Khandilinganahalli | South | 3.04 km |
| Kenkerehalli | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Salapura | South-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agrahara
Agrahara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banavar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.9 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 Agrahara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Agrahara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agrahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agrahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Agrahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agrahara 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Agrahara
Where is Agrahara located?
Agrahara village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agrahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Agrahara is Kachighatta.
What is the pincode of Agrahara?
The pincode of Agrahara is 573103.
What is the population of Agrahara?
Agrahara has a total population of 2,142, including 1,077 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Agrahara?
There are 521 households in Agrahara.
What is the literacy rate in Agrahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agrahara is 75.44%. Male literacy is 79.67% and female literacy is 71.17%.