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
According to the 2011 Census, Shankaranahalli village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 519 males and 493 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.15%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 79.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 1,012 | 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 had a total population of 1,012, including 519 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Shankaranahalli?
Shankaranahalli had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankaranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankaranahalli was 83.15%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 79.04%.