Huragalavadi - Arsikere, Hassan
Huragalavadi is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Heggatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huragalavadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huragalavadi is 615808. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.48 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Huragalavadi 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 Huragalavadi
According to the 2011 Census, Huragalavadi village had a total population of 656 people, including 333 males and 323 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 79.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 656 | 333 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 288 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 45 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Huragalavadi
Huragalavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundakallahalli | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Kondenalu | East | 2.12 km |
| Heggatta | North | 2.36 km |
| Ugranahalli | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Gandasi | West | 2.53 km |
| Honnenahalli | South | 2.92 km |
| Honnakumaranahalli | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Chikkagandsi | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Lingapura | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Bagooranahalli | North-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Huragalavadi
Huragalavadi 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 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Huragalavadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Huragalavadi is about 36 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 Huragalavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huragalavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Huragalavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huragalavadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Huragalavadi
Where is Huragalavadi located?
Huragalavadi village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huragalavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Huragalavadi is Heggatta.
What is the pincode of Huragalavadi?
The pincode of Huragalavadi is 573119.
What is the population of Huragalavadi?
Huragalavadi had a total population of 656, including 333 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Huragalavadi?
Huragalavadi had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Huragalavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huragalavadi was 85.53%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 79.48%.