Nerale - Hole Narsipur, Hassan
Nerale is a village situated in the Hole Narsipur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hole Narsipura and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Bidarakka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nerale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerale is 616968. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.79 hectares and falls under the 573136 pincode. Hole Narsipur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nerale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nerale
As per Census 2011, Nerale village has a total population of 1,781 people, consisting of 897 males and 884 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nerale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 897 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 157 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 552 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 345 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Nerale
Nerale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malanayakanahalli | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Kogilahalli | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Sidlahalli | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Boodanur | South | 1.90 km |
| Nerale Bore Kaval | East | 2.05 km |
| Bidarakka | North | 2.27 km |
| Jittenahalli | West | 2.65 km |
| Seegavalu | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Honnenahalli | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Kalenahalli | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nerale
Nerale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Annechakanahali, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hole Narsipur to Nerale is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Nerale 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 Nerale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerale 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nerale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerale 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 Nerale
Where is Nerale located?
Nerale village is located in Hole Narsipur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerale?
The Gram Panchayat of Nerale is Bidarakka.
What is the pincode of Nerale?
The pincode of Nerale is 573136.
What is the population of Nerale?
Nerale has a total population of 1,781, including 897 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Nerale?
There are 390 households in Nerale.
What is the literacy rate in Nerale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerale is 52.67%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 43.67%.