Gundakallahalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Gundakallahalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Heggatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundakallahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundakallahalli is 615807. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.79 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gundakallahalli 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 Gundakallahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Gundakallahalli village had a total population of 542 people, including 275 males and 267 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 71.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 542 | 275 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 211 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 64 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Gundakallahalli
Gundakallahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Huragalavadi | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Ugranahalli | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Heggatta | North | 1.33 km |
| Kondenalu | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Bagooranahalli | North | 2.04 km |
| Marasettihalli | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Chikkagandsi | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Gandasi | West | 3.28 km |
| Channaikanahalli | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Jeekanahalli | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundakallahalli
Gundakallahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mududi, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tiptur to Gundakallahalli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Gundakallahalli is about 38 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 Gundakallahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundakallahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundakallahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundakallahalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gundakallahalli
Where is Gundakallahalli located?
Gundakallahalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundakallahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundakallahalli is Heggatta.
What is the pincode of Gundakallahalli?
The pincode of Gundakallahalli is 573119.
What is the population of Gundakallahalli?
Gundakallahalli had a total population of 542, including 275 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gundakallahalli?
Gundakallahalli had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundakallahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundakallahalli was 77.38%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 71.03%.