Hirigarje - Belur, Hassan
Hirigarje is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Anughatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirigarje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirigarje is 615146. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.97 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hirigarje 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 Hirigarje
As per Census 2011, Hirigarje village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 235 males and 244 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirigarje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 235 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 187 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 48 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Hirigarje
Hirigarje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heggadihalli | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Kadegarje | South | 1.56 km |
| Hulukodu | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Lingapura | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Arehalli | West | 2.12 km |
| Venktipete | East | 2.14 km |
| Kittavara | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Surukodu | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Dolanamane | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Ballavara | North | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirigarje
Hirigarje 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 77.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belur to Hirigarje is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hirigarje is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirigarje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirigarje 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 Hirigarje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirigarje 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hirigarje
Where is Hirigarje located?
Hirigarje village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirigarje?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirigarje is Anughatta.
What is the pincode of Hirigarje?
The pincode of Hirigarje is 573115.
What is the population of Hirigarje?
Hirigarje has a total population of 479, including 235 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Hirigarje?
There are 113 households in Hirigarje.
What is the literacy rate in Hirigarje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirigarje is 70.15%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 61.07%.