Doddakunche - Hole Narsipur, Hassan
Doddakunche is a village situated in the Hole Narsipur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hole Narsipura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Doddakunche village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddakunche is 616842. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.96 hectares and falls under the 573211 pincode. Hole Narsipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Doddakunche 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 Doddakunche
As per Census 2011, Doddakunche village has a total population of 1,627 people, consisting of 804 males and 823 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddakunche are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 804 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 529 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 275 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Doddakunche
Doddakunche 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalenahalli | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Gopanahalli | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Borehosur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Kamenahalli | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Hale Kunche | East | 1.83 km |
| Beechenahalli | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Pillenahalli | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Kallenahalli Kaval | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Hariharapura | West | 2.91 km |
| Beechenahalli Hantha | South | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddakunche
Doddakunche is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mavinkere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hole Narsipur to Doddakunche is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Doddakunche is about 30 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 Doddakunche
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddakunche 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 Doddakunche
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddakunche village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doddakunche
Where is Doddakunche located?
Doddakunche village is located in Hole Narsipur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddakunche?
Doddakunche is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doddakunche?
The pincode of Doddakunche is 573211.
What is the population of Doddakunche?
Doddakunche has a total population of 1,627, including 804 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Doddakunche?
There are 399 households in Doddakunche.
What is the literacy rate in Doddakunche?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddakunche is 57.84%. Male literacy is 65.80% and female literacy is 50.06%.