Chowvenahalli - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Chowvenahalli is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Navile serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowvenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowvenahalli is 617150. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.97 hectares and falls under the 573131 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chowvenahalli 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 Chowvenahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Chowvenahalli village had a total population of 323 people, including 156 males and 167 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.50%, with male literacy at 84.25% and female literacy at 65.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 156 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 123 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 33 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Chowvenahalli
Chowvenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chokenahalli | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Baktaravalli | South | 1.31 km |
| Adihalli | North | 1.43 km |
| Kakkihalli | West | 2.35 km |
| B.byrapura | North-East | 2.40 km |
| K.byrapura | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Navile | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Chattanahalli | North | 2.57 km |
| Appenahalli | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Rechihalli | North-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chowvenahalli
Chowvenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sree Saradanagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tiptur to Chowvenahalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Chowvenahalli is about 64 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 Chowvenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowvenahalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chowvenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowvenahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chowvenahalli
Where is Chowvenahalli located?
Chowvenahalli village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowvenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowvenahalli is Navile.
What is the pincode of Chowvenahalli?
The pincode of Chowvenahalli is 573131.
What is the population of Chowvenahalli?
Chowvenahalli had a total population of 323, including 156 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Chowvenahalli?
Chowvenahalli had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowvenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowvenahalli was 74.50%. Male literacy was 84.25% and female literacy was 65.38%.