Gulasinda - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Gulasinda is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Gulasinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulasinda is 617196. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.18 hectares and falls under the 573116 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gulasinda 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 Gulasinda
As per Census 2011, Gulasinda village has a total population of 1,409 people, consisting of 663 males and 746 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 860 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulasinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 663 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 468 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 195 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Gulasinda
Gulasinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belasinda | South | 1.76 km |
| Doddamathighatta | West | 2.00 km |
| Kalasinda | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Karimaranahalli | East | 2.26 km |
| Chikkanayakanahalli | North | 2.53 km |
| Chikkondanahalli | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Kerechikenahalli | South | 2.73 km |
| Chikkamathighatta | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Bandihalli | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Byaladakere | North | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulasinda
Gulasinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sravanur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Gulasinda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Gulasinda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulasinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulasinda 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 Gulasinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulasinda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gulasinda
Where is Gulasinda located?
Gulasinda village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulasinda?
Gulasinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulasinda?
The pincode of Gulasinda is 573116.
What is the population of Gulasinda?
Gulasinda has a total population of 1,409, including 663 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Gulasinda?
There are 340 households in Gulasinda.
What is the literacy rate in Gulasinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulasinda is 61.04%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 52.55%.