Booka - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Booka is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hirisave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Booka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Booka is 617333. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.2 hectares and falls under the 573124 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Booka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Booka
As per Census 2011, Booka village has a total population of 513 people, consisting of 229 males and 284 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,240 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Booka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 229 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 57 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Booka
Booka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arakere | East | 0.95 km |
| Sorekayipura | South | 1.31 km |
| Heggadihalli | West | 1.44 km |
| Honnenahalli | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Bookanabetta | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Sabbanahalli | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Kollenahalli | East | 2.41 km |
| Hirisave | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Kasaranahalli | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Mathigatta | South | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Booka
Booka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandagere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Booka is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Booka is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Booka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Booka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Booka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Booka 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 Booka
Where is Booka located?
Booka village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Booka?
The Gram Panchayat of Booka is Hirisave.
What is the pincode of Booka?
The pincode of Booka is 573124.
What is the population of Booka?
Booka has a total population of 513, including 229 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Booka?
There are 160 households in Booka.
What is the literacy rate in Booka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Booka is 65.30%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 57.39%.