Honakere - Nagamangala, Mandya
Honakere is a village situated in the Nagamangala taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagamangala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Honakere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honakere is 614035. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.75 hectares and falls under the 571431 pincode. Nagamangala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Honakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagamangala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Honakere
As per Census 2011, Honakere village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 264 males and 252 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Honakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 264 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 197 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 67 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Honakere
Honakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somanahalli | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Chinya | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Guddenahalli | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kavadihalli | East | 1.75 km |
| Busamudra | South-East | 1.82 km |
| J.hosur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Vaddarahalli | North | 2.20 km |
| Sreeraghurampura | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Machalagatta | South | 2.81 km |
| Mallegowdanahalli | East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honakere
Honakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Byadarahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 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 Nagamangala to Honakere is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Honakere is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Honakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honakere 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Honakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honakere 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Honakere
Where is Honakere located?
Honakere village is located in Nagamangala Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honakere?
Honakere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Honakere?
The pincode of Honakere is 571431.
What is the population of Honakere?
Honakere has a total population of 516, including 264 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Honakere?
There are 140 households in Honakere.
What is the literacy rate in Honakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honakere is 63.57%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 51.98%.