Hirekal Forest - Arsikere, Hassan
Hirekal Forest 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Narasipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirekal Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirekal Forest is 615627. The village covers a total geographical area of 3554.21 hectares and falls under the 573144 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hirekal Forest 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 Hirekal Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Hirekal Forest village had a total population of 2 people, including 1 males and 1 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Hirekal Forest
Hirekal Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puralehalli | West | 2.69 km |
| Marula Siddanahalli | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Nagavedi | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Harathanahalli | West | 4.45 km |
| Chikkammanahalli | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Ramanahalli | East | 4.78 km |
| Kondavagilu | West | 5.61 km |
| Kempasagara | West | 5.72 km |
| Aggunda | South | 5.89 km |
| Jannavara | North | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirekal Forest
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hirekal Forest. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hirekal Forest is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hirekal Forest is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirekal Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirekal Forest 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 Hirekal Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirekal Forest 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirekal Forest
Where is Hirekal Forest located?
Hirekal Forest village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirekal Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirekal Forest is Narasipura.
What is the pincode of Hirekal Forest?
The pincode of Hirekal Forest is 573144.
What is the population of Hirekal Forest?
Hirekal Forest had a total population of 2, including 1 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Hirekal Forest?
Hirekal Forest had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirekal Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirekal Forest was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.