Shankaranahalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Shankaranahalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Shankaranahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankaranahalli is 615644. The village covers a total geographical area of 618.48 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Shankaranahalli 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 Shankaranahalli
As per Census 2011, Shankaranahalli village has a total population of 1,012 people, consisting of 519 males and 493 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankaranahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,012 | 519 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 413 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 106 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Shankaranahalli
Shankaranahalli 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 Shankaranahalli
Shankaranahalli 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 Shankaranahalli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Shankaranahalli is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankaranahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankaranahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankaranahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankaranahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankaranahalli
Where is Shankaranahalli located?
Shankaranahalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankaranahalli?
Shankaranahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shankaranahalli?
The pincode of Shankaranahalli is 573103.
What is the population of Shankaranahalli?
Shankaranahalli has a total population of 1,012, including 519 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Shankaranahalli?
There are 261 households in Shankaranahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Shankaranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankaranahalli is 76.58%. Male literacy is 79.58% and female literacy is 73.43%.