Holalakere - Arsikere, Hassan
Holalakere 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. Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holalakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holalakere is 615650. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.71 hectares and falls under the 573126 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Holalakere 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 Holalakere
As per Census 2011, Holalakere village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 467 males and 477 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holalakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 467 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 369 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 98 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Holalakere
Holalakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nehru Nagar | East | 1.62 km |
| Haralakatta | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Chikkalkur | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Doddametikurke | North | 2.87 km |
| Basavanahalli | South | 2.97 km |
| Jayachamarajapura | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Singenahalli | South | 3.57 km |
| Melenahalli | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Chikkametikurke | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Soppinahalli | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holalakere
Holalakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adihalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 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 Holalakere is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Holalakere 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 Holalakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holalakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Holalakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holalakere 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Holalakere
Where is Holalakere located?
Holalakere village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holalakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Holalakere is Rampura.
What is the pincode of Holalakere?
The pincode of Holalakere is 573126.
What is the population of Holalakere?
Holalakere has a total population of 944, including 467 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Holalakere?
There are 266 households in Holalakere.
What is the literacy rate in Holalakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holalakere is 71.93%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 64.99%.