Saklespur (Rural) - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Saklespur (Rural) is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Anemahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saklespur (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saklespur (Rural) is 614893. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.07 hectares and falls under the 573134 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Saklespur (Rural) 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 Saklespur (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Saklespur (Rural) village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 150 males and 146 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saklespur (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 150 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 7 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 202 | 115 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 35 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Saklespur (Rural)
Saklespur (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cowdahalli | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Iragalu | South | 1.22 km |
| Anemahal | West | 1.32 km |
| Chikkasathigala | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Hallibylu | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Doddanagara | North | 2.46 km |
| Malali | East | 2.62 km |
| Doddasathigala | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Achangi | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Kalagane | South-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saklespur (Rural)
Saklespur (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Saklespur (Rural) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Saklespur (Rural) 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 Saklespur (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saklespur (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saklespur (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saklespur (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saklespur (Rural)
Where is Saklespur (Rural) located?
Saklespur (Rural) village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saklespur (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Saklespur (Rural) is Anemahal.
What is the pincode of Saklespur (Rural)?
The pincode of Saklespur (Rural) is 573134.
What is the population of Saklespur (Rural)?
Saklespur (Rural) has a total population of 296, including 150 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Saklespur (Rural)?
There are 60 households in Saklespur (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Saklespur (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saklespur (Rural) is 68.24%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 59.59%.