Hirisave - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Hirisave is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hirisave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirisave is 617334. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.82 hectares and falls under the 573124 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Hirisave 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 Hirisave
As per Census 2011, Hirisave village has a total population of 5,009 people, consisting of 2,526 males and 2,483 females. The village has 1,265 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,764 literate and 1,245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirisave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,009 | 2,526 | 2,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 254 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 390 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 3,764 | 2,049 | 1,715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 477 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Hirisave
Hirisave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Metikere | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Kollenahalli | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Honnenahalli | West | 2.35 km |
| Arakere | South | 2.38 km |
| Booka | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Thoobinakere | East | 2.56 km |
| Makanahalli | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Sabbanahalli | South | 3.04 km |
| Yalanahalli | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Belagihalli | North-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirisave
Hirisave 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 61.5 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 Hirisave is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hirisave is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirisave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirisave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirisave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirisave 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 Hirisave
Where is Hirisave located?
Hirisave village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirisave?
Hirisave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirisave?
The pincode of Hirisave is 573124.
What is the population of Hirisave?
Hirisave has a total population of 5,009, including 2,526 males and 2,483 females.
How many households are there in Hirisave?
There are 1,265 households in Hirisave.
What is the literacy rate in Hirisave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirisave is 75.14%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 69.07%.