Athigudda Kaval - Arsikere, Hassan
Athigudda Kaval is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Javagal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athigudda Kaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athigudda Kaval is 615451. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.57 hectares and falls under the 573125 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Athigudda 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 Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athigudda Kaval
According to the 2011 Census, Athigudda Kaval village had a total population of 344 people, including 169 males and 175 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.80%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 61.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 131 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 49 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Athigudda Kaval
Athigudda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subramanyadahalli | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Shankaranahalli | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Bommagondanahalli | East | 2.13 km |
| Kodihalli | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Javagal | North | 2.54 km |
| Kottigenahalli | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Shivanenahalli | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Gopagondanahalli | East | 3.21 km |
| Suranaikanahalli | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Hirihalli | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athigudda Kaval
Athigudda Kaval 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 Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Athigudda Kaval is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Athigudda Kaval is about 45 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 Athigudda Kaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athigudda Kaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Athigudda 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 Athigudda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athigudda Kaval
Where is Athigudda Kaval located?
Athigudda Kaval village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athigudda Kaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Athigudda Kaval is Javagal.
What is the pincode of Athigudda Kaval?
The pincode of Athigudda Kaval is 573125.
What is the population of Athigudda Kaval?
Athigudda Kaval had a total population of 344, including 169 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Athigudda Kaval?
Athigudda Kaval had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athigudda Kaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athigudda Kaval was 71.80%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 61.88%.