Panditanahalli - Belur, Hassan
Panditanahalli is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Savasihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panditanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panditanahalli is 615354. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.87 hectares and falls under the 573216 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Panditanahalli 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 Panditanahalli
As per Census 2011, Panditanahalli village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 249 males and 245 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panditanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 249 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 204 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 45 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Panditanahalli
Panditanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harubihalli | East | 1.73 km |
| Siddapura | North | 2.06 km |
| Devihalli | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Girikallahalli | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Ponnathapura | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Kalyanapura | South | 2.59 km |
| Kattesomenahalli | North | 2.62 km |
| Yalahanka | West | 2.85 km |
| Savasihalli | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Komaranahalli | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panditanahalli
Panditanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanivehalli, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panditanahalli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Panditanahalli is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panditanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panditanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panditanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panditanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panditanahalli
Where is Panditanahalli located?
Panditanahalli village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panditanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Panditanahalli is Savasihalli.
What is the pincode of Panditanahalli?
The pincode of Panditanahalli is 573216.
What is the population of Panditanahalli?
Panditanahalli has a total population of 494, including 249 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Panditanahalli?
There are 124 households in Panditanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Panditanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panditanahalli is 78.54%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 75.10%.