Acharadi - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Acharadi is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hanbal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Acharadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Acharadi is 614846. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.26 hectares and falls under the 573134 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Acharadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Acharadi
According to the 2011 Census, Acharadi village had a total population of 400 people, including 184 males and 216 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 67.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 400 | 184 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 138 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 46 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Acharadi
Acharadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachanahalli | South-West | 1.38 km |
| G.agrahara | North | 1.55 km |
| Hadige Estate | South | 1.84 km |
| Bachanahalli Avare Kadu Estate | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Hiresigara | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Hadige | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Hurudi | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Hanbal | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Hegravalli | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Chakkodige | North | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Acharadi
Acharadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Acharadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Acharadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Acharadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Acharadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Acharadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Acharadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Acharadi
Where is Acharadi located?
Acharadi village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Acharadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Acharadi is Hanbal.
What is the pincode of Acharadi?
The pincode of Acharadi is 573134.
What is the population of Acharadi?
Acharadi had a total population of 400, including 184 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Acharadi?
Acharadi had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Acharadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Acharadi was 72.92%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 67.34%.