Soppinahalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Soppinahalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Doddametikurke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soppinahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soppinahalli is 615623. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.31 hectares and falls under the 573144 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Soppinahalli 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 Soppinahalli
As per Census 2011, Soppinahalli village has a total population of 1,015 people, consisting of 501 males and 514 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soppinahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 501 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 418 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 83 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Soppinahalli
Soppinahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkondihalli | North | 1.75 km |
| Hirisadarahalli | West | 2.09 km |
| Haralakatta | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kyathanahalli | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Honnakatta | West | 2.93 km |
| Sathanagere | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Doddaghatta | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Doddametikurke | East | 3.21 km |
| Yachagondanahalli | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Dibbur | North | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soppinahalli
Soppinahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| 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 Soppinahalli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Soppinahalli is about 78 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 Soppinahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soppinahalli 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 Soppinahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soppinahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soppinahalli
Where is Soppinahalli located?
Soppinahalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soppinahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Soppinahalli is Doddametikurke.
What is the pincode of Soppinahalli?
The pincode of Soppinahalli is 573144.
What is the population of Soppinahalli?
Soppinahalli has a total population of 1,015, including 501 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Soppinahalli?
There are 227 households in Soppinahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Soppinahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soppinahalli is 76.75%. Male literacy is 83.43% and female literacy is 70.23%.