Somshettihalli - Belur, Hassan
Somshettihalli is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hanike serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somshettihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somshettihalli is 615218. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.88 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Somshettihalli 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 Somshettihalli
As per Census 2011, Somshettihalli village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 456 males and 472 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somshettihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 456 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 139 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 349 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 107 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Somshettihalli
Somshettihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doddabyadigere | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Shettihalli | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Muthuganne | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Honnenahalli Kaval | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Malenahalli | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Koratikere | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Hebbalu | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Machanaikanahalli | South | 3.67 km |
| Gollenahalli | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Hakkihalli | East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somshettihalli
Somshettihalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanivehalli, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 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 Belur to Somshettihalli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somshettihalli is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somshettihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somshettihalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somshettihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somshettihalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somshettihalli
Where is Somshettihalli located?
Somshettihalli village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somshettihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somshettihalli is Hanike.
What is the pincode of Somshettihalli?
The pincode of Somshettihalli is 573115.
What is the population of Somshettihalli?
Somshettihalli has a total population of 928, including 456 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Somshettihalli?
There are 230 households in Somshettihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somshettihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somshettihalli is 67.78%. Male literacy is 76.54% and female literacy is 59.32%.