Shiragura - Belur, Hassan
Shiragura is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Cheekanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiragura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiragura is 615092. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.06 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shiragura 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 Shiragura
As per Census 2011, Shiragura village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 217 males and 227 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiragura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 217 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 61 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Shiragura
Shiragura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbarahalli | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Bakkaravalli | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Chikkasalavara | East | 2.49 km |
| Kogodu | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Malasavara | South | 2.73 km |
| Cheekanahalli | North | 2.84 km |
| Kanahalli | South | 3.23 km |
| G.hosahalli | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bommenahalli | East | 3.86 km |
| Doddasalavara | East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiragura
Public transport in the Shiragura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 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 Shiragura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Shiragura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiragura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiragura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiragura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiragura 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 Shiragura
Where is Shiragura located?
Shiragura village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiragura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiragura is Cheekanahalli.
What is the pincode of Shiragura?
The pincode of Shiragura is 573115.
What is the population of Shiragura?
Shiragura has a total population of 444, including 217 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Shiragura?
There are 119 households in Shiragura.
What is the literacy rate in Shiragura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiragura is 67.57%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 63.44%.