Karekere - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Karekere is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Jambur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karekere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karekere is 617266. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.72 hectares and falls under the 573131 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karekere 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 Karekere
According to the 2011 Census, Karekere village had a total population of 381 people, including 191 males and 190 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 78.41% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 381 | 191 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 138 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Karekere
Karekere is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karekere
Karekere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karekere.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Karekere is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Karekere is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karekere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karekere 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 Karekere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karekere 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 Karekere
Where is Karekere located?
Karekere village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karekere?
The Gram Panchayat of Karekere is Jambur.
What is the pincode of Karekere?
The pincode of Karekere is 573131.
What is the population of Karekere?
Karekere had a total population of 381, including 191 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Karekere?
Karekere had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karekere was 68.38%. Male literacy was 78.41% and female literacy was 58.29%.