Doddakundur - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Doddakundur is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Uchangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doddakundur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddakundur is 615063. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.65 hectares and falls under the 573137 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Doddakundur 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 Doddakundur
As per Census 2011, Doddakundur village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 261 males and 310 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddakundur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 261 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 457 | 220 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 41 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Doddakundur
Doddakundur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkakundur | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Mathur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Saragahalli | North | 1.80 km |
| Maragalli | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Igoor | North | 2.91 km |
| Yeslur | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Hadya | West | 3.50 km |
| Changadihalli | South | 3.60 km |
| Heggadihalli | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Doddakallur | North | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddakundur
Doddakundur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kadagaravalli, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sakleshpur to Doddakundur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Doddakundur is about 65 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 Doddakundur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddakundur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doddakundur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddakundur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doddakundur
Where is Doddakundur located?
Doddakundur village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddakundur?
The Gram Panchayat of Doddakundur is Uchangi.
What is the pincode of Doddakundur?
The pincode of Doddakundur is 573137.
What is the population of Doddakundur?
Doddakundur has a total population of 571, including 261 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Doddakundur?
There are 171 households in Doddakundur.
What is the literacy rate in Doddakundur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddakundur is 80.04%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 76.45%.