Hesrur - Kushtagi, Koppal
Hesrur is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Dotihal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hesrur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hesrur is 601483. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.55 hectares and falls under the 583278 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hesrur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hesrur
As per Census 2011, Hesrur village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 384 males and 363 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hesrur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 384 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 267 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 117 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Hesrur
Hesrur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hesrur
Hesrur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Hesrur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Hesrur is about 60 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 Hesrur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hesrur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hesrur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hesrur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hesrur
Where is Hesrur located?
Hesrur village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hesrur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hesrur is Dotihal.
What is the pincode of Hesrur?
The pincode of Hesrur is 583278.
What is the population of Hesrur?
Hesrur has a total population of 747, including 384 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Hesrur?
There are 147 households in Hesrur.
What is the literacy rate in Hesrur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hesrur is 54.75%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 39.12%.