Santhahalli - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Santhahalli is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Changadihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhahalli is 615058. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.65 hectares and falls under the 573137 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Santhahalli 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 Santhahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Santhahalli village had a total population of 526 people, including 243 males and 283 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.74%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 78.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 526 | 243 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 54 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 196 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Santhahalli
Santhahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Cheekanalli | East | 1.51 km |
| Changadihalli | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Narur | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Heggadihalli | North | 2.02 km |
| Hosur | South | 2.30 km |
| Kadlur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Sundahalli | East | 2.71 km |
| Herur | West | 2.83 km |
| Madre | North-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhahalli
Santhahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kadagaravalli, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Santhahalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Santhahalli is about 65 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 Santhahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santhahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhahalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santhahalli
Where is Santhahalli located?
Santhahalli village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhahalli is Changadihalli.
What is the pincode of Santhahalli?
The pincode of Santhahalli is 573137.
What is the population of Santhahalli?
Santhahalli had a total population of 526, including 243 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Santhahalli?
Santhahalli had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhahalli was 81.74%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 78.11%.