Igoor - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Igoor is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Igoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Igoor is 615028. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.27 hectares and falls under the 573137 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Igoor 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 Igoor
As per Census 2011, Igoor village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 403 males and 383 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Igoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 403 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 181 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 292 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 111 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Igoor
Igoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Igoor Estate | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Saragahalli | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Yadakere | North | 1.89 km |
| Chikkakundur | South | 1.90 km |
| Doddakallur | East | 2.14 km |
| Chikkallur | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Doddakundur | South | 2.91 km |
| Hadya | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Konabanahalli | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Athiganahalli | North | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Igoor
Igoor 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 Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 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 Igoor is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Igoor is about 68 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 Igoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Igoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Igoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Igoor 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 Igoor
Where is Igoor located?
Igoor village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Igoor?
Igoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Igoor?
The pincode of Igoor is 573137.
What is the population of Igoor?
Igoor has a total population of 786, including 403 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Igoor?
There are 181 households in Igoor.
What is the literacy rate in Igoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Igoor is 64.38%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 55.87%.