Hale Bankapur - Shiggaon, Haveri
Hale Bankapur is a village situated in the Shiggaon taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shiggaon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Halebankapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hale Bankapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hale Bankapur is 603964. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.44 hectares and falls under the 581202 pincode. Bankapura is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Hale Bankapur 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 Hale Bankapur
As per Census 2011, Hale Bankapur village has a total population of 1,576 people, consisting of 833 males and 743 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hale Bankapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 833 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 127 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 502 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 331 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Hale Bankapur
Hale Bankapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukabasarikatti | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Hulikatti | West | 2.21 km |
| Guddadachannapur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Narayanapura | North | 3.11 km |
| Baad | North | 3.20 km |
| Walageri | South | 3.32 km |
| Mallanaikankoppa | West | 3.64 km |
| Shidlapur | West | 3.78 km |
| Ibrahimpur | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Bankapura | East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hale Bankapur
Hale Bankapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalsur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 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 Bankapura to Hale Bankapur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Hale Bankapur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hale Bankapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hale Bankapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hale Bankapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hale Bankapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hale Bankapur
Where is Hale Bankapur located?
Hale Bankapur village is located in Shiggaon Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hale Bankapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hale Bankapur is Halebankapur.
What is the pincode of Hale Bankapur?
The pincode of Hale Bankapur is 581202.
What is the population of Hale Bankapur?
Hale Bankapur has a total population of 1,576, including 833 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Hale Bankapur?
There are 342 households in Hale Bankapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hale Bankapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hale Bankapur is 53.36%. Male literacy is 60.26% and female literacy is 45.63%.