Hethur - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Hethur is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hethur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hethur is 615012. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.69 hectares and falls under the 573123 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Hethur 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 Hethur
As per Census 2011, Hethur village has a total population of 2,096 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,048 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hethur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,048 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 222 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 907 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 141 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Hethur
Hethur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konabanahalli | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Igoor Estate | East | 2.45 km |
| Hadya | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Bannahalli | North | 3.00 km |
| Hiriyur | North | 3.05 km |
| Athiganahalli | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Bachalli | South | 3.62 km |
| Valalahalli | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Igoor | East | 3.77 km |
| Bobbanahalli | North-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hethur
Hethur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadagaravalli, while the nearest airport is Mangalore 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 Hethur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hethur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hethur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hethur 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 Hethur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hethur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hethur
Where is Hethur located?
Hethur village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hethur?
Hethur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hethur?
The pincode of Hethur is 573123.
What is the population of Hethur?
Hethur has a total population of 2,096, including 1,048 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Hethur?
There are 479 households in Hethur.
What is the literacy rate in Hethur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hethur is 82.11%. Male literacy is 86.55% and female literacy is 77.67%.