Beechanahalli - Turuvekere, Tumakuru
Beechanahalli is a village situated in the Turuvekere taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from Turuvekere and around 55 km from Tumkur. Hullekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beechanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beechanahalli is 612292. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.91 hectares and falls under the 572227 pincode. Turuvekere is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Beechanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Turuvekere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beechanahalli
As per Census 2011, Beechanahalli village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 315 males and 348 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beechanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 315 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 130 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 198 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 117 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Beechanahalli
Beechanahalli 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 Beechanahalli
Beechanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Beechanahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Turuvekere to Beechanahalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Beechanahalli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beechanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beechanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beechanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beechanahalli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beechanahalli
Where is Beechanahalli located?
Beechanahalli village is located in Turuvekere Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beechanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Beechanahalli is Hullekere.
What is the pincode of Beechanahalli?
The pincode of Beechanahalli is 572227.
What is the population of Beechanahalli?
Beechanahalli has a total population of 663, including 315 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Beechanahalli?
There are 161 households in Beechanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Beechanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beechanahalli is 59.13%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 55.75%.