Somasettihalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Somasettihalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kanakatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somasettihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somasettihalli is 615608. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.59 hectares and falls under the 573144 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Somasettihalli 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 Somasettihalli
As per Census 2011, Somasettihalli village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 197 males and 189 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somasettihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 197 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 177 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Somasettihalli
Somasettihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahamedpura | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Giri Bommanahalli | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Magenahalli | East | 1.82 km |
| Sathanagere | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Muthanagere | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Karadihalli | West | 2.90 km |
| Honnakatta | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Kallugundi | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Kallu Sadarahalli | West | 4.53 km |
| Dibbur | East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somasettihalli
Public transport in the Somasettihalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banavar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Somasettihalli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somasettihalli is about 75 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 Somasettihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somasettihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somasettihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somasettihalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somasettihalli
Where is Somasettihalli located?
Somasettihalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somasettihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somasettihalli is Kanakatte.
What is the pincode of Somasettihalli?
The pincode of Somasettihalli is 573144.
What is the population of Somasettihalli?
Somasettihalli has a total population of 386, including 197 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Somasettihalli?
There are 84 households in Somasettihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somasettihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somasettihalli is 88.86%. Male literacy is 89.85% and female literacy is 87.83%.