Arasikere (Rural) - Arsikere, Hassan
Arasikere (Rural) is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Jajur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arasikere (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arasikere (Rural) is 615696. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.63 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Arasikere (Rural) 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 Arasikere (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Arasikere (Rural) village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 267 males and 291 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arasikere (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 267 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 4 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 185 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 82 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Arasikere (Rural)
Arasikere (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katikere | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Arsikere | East | 1.34 km |
| Muddanahalli | South | 1.35 km |
| Jenukal Nagar | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Henjagundanahalli (part) | North | 2.48 km |
| Geejihalli | South | 2.65 km |
| Jajuru | North | 2.86 km |
| Muddaranganahalli | South | 3.00 km |
| Karehalli | East | 3.16 km |
| Yadapura | West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arasikere (Rural)
Arasikere (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Arasikere (Rural) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Arasikere (Rural) is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arasikere (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arasikere (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arasikere (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arasikere (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Arasikere (Rural)
Where is Arasikere (Rural) located?
Arasikere (Rural) village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arasikere (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Arasikere (Rural) is Jajur.
What is the pincode of Arasikere (Rural)?
The pincode of Arasikere (Rural) is 573103.
What is the population of Arasikere (Rural)?
Arasikere (Rural) has a total population of 558, including 267 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Arasikere (Rural)?
There are 138 households in Arasikere (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Arasikere (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arasikere (Rural) is 60.39%. Male literacy is 69.29% and female literacy is 52.23%.