Attigeri - Shiggaon, Haveri
Attigeri is a village situated in the Shiggaon taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shiggaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Attigeri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attigeri is 603917. The village covers a total geographical area of 1877.42 hectares and falls under the 581126 pincode. Shiggaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Attigeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shiggaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Attigeri
As per Census 2011, Attigeri village has a total population of 4,793 people, consisting of 2,458 males and 2,335 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,691 literate and 2,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,053 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Attigeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,793 | 2,458 | 2,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 307 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 229 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,053 | 560 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 2,691 | 1,558 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,102 | 900 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Attigeri
Attigeri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandiganal | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Shisuvinal | South | 2.72 km |
| Gudgeri | East | 2.98 km |
| Basanal | West | 3.92 km |
| Hulgur | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Rattigeri | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Hireharakuni | North-West | 5.83 km |
| Pasupathihal | North-East | 6.03 km |
| Gonala | South | 6.46 km |
| Nelagudda | West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Attigeri
Attigeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shiggaon to Attigeri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Attigeri is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attigeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attigeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Attigeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attigeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Attigeri
Where is Attigeri located?
Attigeri village is located in Shiggaon Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Attigeri?
Attigeri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Attigeri?
The pincode of Attigeri is 581126.
What is the population of Attigeri?
Attigeri has a total population of 4,793, including 2,458 males and 2,335 females.
How many households are there in Attigeri?
There are 938 households in Attigeri.
What is the literacy rate in Attigeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attigeri is 56.14%. Male literacy is 63.38% and female literacy is 48.52%.