Heggove Village - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Heggove 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 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kuniganahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heggove village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggove is 614966. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.15 hectares and falls under the 573214 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Heggove 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 Heggove
As per Census 2011, Heggove village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 113 males and 122 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heggove are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 20 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Heggove
Heggove 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelavalli | South | 0.84 km |
| Adarvalli | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Kiruhunse | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Hyaragalale | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Hydur | East | 2.04 km |
| Kodagalavadi | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Mallapura | South | 2.18 km |
| Kadlur | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Kuniganahalli | North | 2.38 km |
| Yaduru | West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heggove
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Heggove. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Heggove is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Heggove is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heggove
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggove 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Heggove
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggove village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Heggove
Where is Heggove located?
Heggove village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggove?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggove is Kuniganahalli.
What is the pincode of Heggove?
The pincode of Heggove is 573214.
What is the population of Heggove?
Heggove has a total population of 235, including 113 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Heggove?
There are 58 households in Heggove.
What is the literacy rate in Heggove?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggove is 76.17%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 70.49%.