Kanakatte - Arsikere, Hassan
Kanakatte is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kanakatte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakatte is 615618. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.4 hectares and falls under the 573144 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kanakatte 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 Kanakatte
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakatte village had a total population of 1,979 people, including 989 males and 990 females, living in 493 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 70.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 318.
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 | 1,979 | 989 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 155 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 741 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 248 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakatte
Kanakatte is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakatte
Kanakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kanakatte is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kanakatte is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakatte 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 Kanakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanakatte
Where is Kanakatte located?
Kanakatte village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakatte?
Kanakatte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanakatte?
The pincode of Kanakatte is 573144.
What is the population of Kanakatte?
Kanakatte had a total population of 1,979, including 989 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Kanakatte?
Kanakatte had 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakatte was 76.57%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 70.36%.