Kurikaval - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Kurikaval is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Sathenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurikaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurikaval is 617111. The village covers a total geographical area of 1480.18 hectares and falls under the 573111 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kurikaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holenarasipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurikaval
As per Census 2011, Kurikaval village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 110 males and 144 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,309 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurikaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 110 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 69 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kurikaval
Kurikaval 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 Kurikaval
Public transport in the Kurikaval is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Channarayapatna to Kurikaval is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Kurikaval is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurikaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurikaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurikaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurikaval 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kurikaval
Where is Kurikaval located?
Kurikaval village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurikaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurikaval is Sathenahalli.
What is the pincode of Kurikaval?
The pincode of Kurikaval is 573111.
What is the population of Kurikaval?
Kurikaval has a total population of 254, including 110 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kurikaval?
There are 67 households in Kurikaval.
What is the literacy rate in Kurikaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurikaval is 62.20%. Male literacy is 62.73% and female literacy is 61.81%.