Gandasi - Arsikere, Hassan
Gandasi is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Gandasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandasi is 615799. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.15 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gandasi 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 Gandasi
As per Census 2011, Gandasi village has a total population of 3,729 people, consisting of 1,858 males and 1,871 females. The village has 927 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,788 literate and 941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,729 | 1,858 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 217 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 187 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,788 | 1,461 | 1,327 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 397 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Gandasi
Gandasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkagandsi | North | 1.87 km |
| Jakkanahalli | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Mangalapura | West | 2.34 km |
| Dasenahalli | North | 2.35 km |
| Huragalavadi | East | 2.53 km |
| Honnakumaranahalli | South | 2.57 km |
| Gundakallahalli | East | 3.28 km |
| Borehalli | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Heggatta | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Channapura | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandasi
Gandasi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mududi, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Gandasi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Gandasi 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 Gandasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandasi
Where is Gandasi located?
Gandasi village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandasi?
Gandasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandasi?
The pincode of Gandasi is 573119.
What is the population of Gandasi?
Gandasi has a total population of 3,729, including 1,858 males and 1,871 females.
How many households are there in Gandasi?
There are 927 households in Gandasi.
What is the literacy rate in Gandasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandasi is 74.77%. Male literacy is 78.63% and female literacy is 70.92%.