Heggadde - Belur, Hassan
Heggadde is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Narvepete serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heggadde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggadde is 615107. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.47 hectares and falls under the 573127 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Heggadde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heggadde
As per Census 2011, Heggadde village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 38 males and 37 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heggadde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Heggadde
Heggadde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biradahalli | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Koralagadde | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Byadane | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Kelagalale | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Hosamane | North | 2.07 km |
| Sulagalale | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Narvey | West | 2.56 km |
| Goravanahalli | West | 3.04 km |
| Baikere | South | 3.22 km |
| Vatehalli | North | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heggadde
Heggadde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Heggadde is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Heggadde is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heggadde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggadde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Heggadde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggadde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heggadde
Where is Heggadde located?
Heggadde village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggadde?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggadde is Narvepete.
What is the pincode of Heggadde?
The pincode of Heggadde is 573127.
What is the population of Heggadde?
Heggadde has a total population of 75, including 38 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Heggadde?
There are 18 households in Heggadde.
What is the literacy rate in Heggadde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggadde is 69.33%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 64.86%.