Lakkunda - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Lakkunda is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Belagodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkunda is 614940. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.73 hectares and falls under the 573137 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lakkunda 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 Lakkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Lakkunda village had a total population of 292 people, including 136 males and 156 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 64.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 292 | 136 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 25 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkunda
Lakkunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkunda
Lakkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Lakkunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Lakkunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Lakkunda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkunda 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 Lakkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lakkunda
Where is Lakkunda located?
Lakkunda village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakkunda is Belagodu.
What is the pincode of Lakkunda?
The pincode of Lakkunda is 573137.
What is the population of Lakkunda?
Lakkunda had a total population of 292, including 136 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Lakkunda?
Lakkunda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkunda was 75.75%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 64.79%.