Haravu - Pandavapura, Mandya
Haravu is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Haravoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haravu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haravu is 614153. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.57 hectares and falls under the 571427 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Haravu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haravu
As per Census 2011, Haravu village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 1,059 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haravu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,033 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 209 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 744 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 289 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Haravu
Haravu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukkada | East | 1.31 km |
| Hosa Koppal | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Elekere | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Aralakuppe | West | 2.01 km |
| Chaluvarasanakoppal | South | 2.02 km |
| Manchanahalli | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Kyathanahalli | East | 2.62 km |
| Puttayyanakoppalu | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Yenne Hole Koppal | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Aralakuppenala | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haravu
Haravu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandavapura, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandavapura to Haravu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Haravu 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 Haravu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haravu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haravu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haravu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haravu
Where is Haravu located?
Haravu village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haravu?
The Gram Panchayat of Haravu is Haravoo.
What is the pincode of Haravu?
The pincode of Haravu is 571427.
What is the population of Haravu?
Haravu has a total population of 2,092, including 1,033 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Haravu?
There are 524 households in Haravu.
What is the literacy rate in Haravu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haravu is 66.25%. Male literacy is 72.02% and female literacy is 60.62%.