Airani - Ranibennur, Haveri
Airani is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Irani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airani is 604502. The village covers a total geographical area of 3778.25 hectares and falls under the 581115 pincode. Ranibennur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Airani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranibennur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airani
As per Census 2011, Airani village has a total population of 3,355 people, consisting of 1,753 males and 1,602 females. The village has 614 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,144 literate and 1,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Airani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,355 | 1,753 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 248 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 269 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 104 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,144 | 1,242 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 511 | 700 |
Nearby Villages of Airani
Airani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanderayanahalli | South | 3.32 km |
| Karur | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Pamenahalli | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Hirebidari | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Hulikatti | South | 4.74 km |
| Aremallapur | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Yallapur T.medleri | North | 5.05 km |
| Sarathi | East | 5.17 km |
| Chikkabidre | East | 5.48 km |
| Yakalasapur | North-West | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Airani
Airani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 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 Ranibennur to Airani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Airani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Airani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Airani
Where is Airani located?
Airani village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Airani?
The Gram Panchayat of Airani is Irani.
What is the pincode of Airani?
The pincode of Airani is 581115.
What is the population of Airani?
Airani has a total population of 3,355, including 1,753 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Airani?
There are 614 households in Airani.
What is the literacy rate in Airani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airani is 63.90%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 56.30%.