Haralakatta - Arsikere, Hassan
Haralakatta is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Doddametikurke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haralakatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haralakatta is 615633. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.61 hectares and falls under the 573117 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Haralakatta 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 Haralakatta
As per Census 2011, Haralakatta village has a total population of 1,726 people, consisting of 863 males and 863 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 890 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haralakatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,726 | 863 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 104 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 890 | 430 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 578 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 285 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Haralakatta
Haralakatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Holalakere | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Soppinahalli | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Kyathanahalli | West | 2.53 km |
| Doddametikurke | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Doddaghatta | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Chikkalkur | South | 2.87 km |
| Nehru Nagar | East | 3.41 km |
| Hirisadarahalli | West | 3.48 km |
| Chikkondihalli | North | 3.63 km |
| Jayachamarajapura | South | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haralakatta
Haralakatta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Haralakatta is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Haralakatta is about 68 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 Haralakatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haralakatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haralakatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haralakatta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haralakatta
Where is Haralakatta located?
Haralakatta village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haralakatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Haralakatta is Doddametikurke.
What is the pincode of Haralakatta?
The pincode of Haralakatta is 573117.
What is the population of Haralakatta?
Haralakatta has a total population of 1,726, including 863 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Haralakatta?
There are 413 households in Haralakatta.
What is the literacy rate in Haralakatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haralakatta is 59.85%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 52.72%.