Halethota - Hosanagara, Shivamogga
Halethota is a village situated in the Hosanagara taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from Hosanagara and around 78 km from Shimoga. Jeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halethota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halethota is 607864. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.96 hectares and falls under the 577418 pincode. Hosanagara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Halethota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halethota
As per Census 2011, Halethota village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 54 males and 50 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halethota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Halethota
Halethota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neelakantanathota | South | 1.13 km |
| Veerabhadrapura | North | 1.30 km |
| Hosakoppa | West | 1.42 km |
| K.honnekoppa | South | 1.92 km |
| Holagodu | East | 1.96 km |
| Basavapura | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Jeni | East | 2.69 km |
| Churda | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Dumma | South | 3.55 km |
| Kanagodu | North | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halethota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Halethota. The nearest railway station is Balegundi, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosanagara to Halethota is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Halethota is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halethota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halethota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halethota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halethota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halethota
Where is Halethota located?
Halethota village is located in Hosanagara Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halethota?
The Gram Panchayat of Halethota is Jeni.
What is the pincode of Halethota?
The pincode of Halethota is 577418.
What is the population of Halethota?
Halethota has a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Halethota?
There are 24 households in Halethota.
What is the literacy rate in Halethota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halethota is 66.35%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 66.00%.