Veeradevanahalli - Belur, Hassan
Veeradevanahalli is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Yalahanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeradevanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeradevanahalli is 615262. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.99 hectares and falls under the 573121 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Veeradevanahalli 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 Veeradevanahalli
As per Census 2011, Veeradevanahalli village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 420 males and 403 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veeradevanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 420 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 156 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 311 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 109 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Veeradevanahalli
Veeradevanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Channenahalli | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Chikkanahalli | East | 1.49 km |
| Kallahalli Kaval (a.m.) | North | 1.71 km |
| Kyathalapura | South | 1.79 km |
| Ammanagudi Kaval | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Ponnathapura | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Kallahalli | West | 2.33 km |
| Cheelanaikanahalli | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chikkammanahalli | South | 2.77 km |
| Shivaladahalli | West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veeradevanahalli
Veeradevanahalli 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 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Veeradevanahalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Veeradevanahalli is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeradevanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeradevanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Veeradevanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeradevanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veeradevanahalli
Where is Veeradevanahalli located?
Veeradevanahalli village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeradevanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeradevanahalli is Yalahanka.
What is the pincode of Veeradevanahalli?
The pincode of Veeradevanahalli is 573121.
What is the population of Veeradevanahalli?
Veeradevanahalli has a total population of 823, including 420 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Veeradevanahalli?
There are 175 households in Veeradevanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Veeradevanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeradevanahalli is 67.31%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 60.30%.