Kanihalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Kanihalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hiriyur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanihalli is 615553. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.35 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanihalli 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 Kanihalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kanihalli village had a total population of 118 people, including 62 males and 56 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 64.15%.
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 | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kanihalli
Kanihalli 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 Kanihalli
Kanihalli 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 located within >10 km of Kanihalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Kanihalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kanihalli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanihalli 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 Kanihalli
Where is Kanihalli located?
Kanihalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanihalli is Hiriyur.
What is the pincode of Kanihalli?
The pincode of Kanihalli is 573103.
What is the population of Kanihalli?
Kanihalli had a total population of 118, including 62 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kanihalli?
Kanihalli had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanihalli was 73.15%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 64.15%.