Harkoor - Kundapura, Udupi
Harkoor is a village situated in the Kundapura taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundapura and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Aluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkoor is 608698. The village covers a total geographical area of 1354.68 hectares and falls under the 576233 pincode. Kundapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harkoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkoor
As per Census 2011, Harkoor village has a total population of 2,008 people, consisting of 883 males and 1,125 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,274 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,343 literate and 665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 883 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 9 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 638 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 245 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Harkoor
Harkoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noojadi | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Aloor | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Nada | West | 3.35 km |
| Kundabarandadi | South | 3.58 km |
| Senapur | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Heroor | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Hakladi | South | 4.38 km |
| Badakere | West | 5.57 km |
| Vandse | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Trashi | South-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harkoor
Harkoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Senapura, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kundapur to Harkoor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Harkoor 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 Harkoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harkoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harkoor
Where is Harkoor located?
Harkoor village is located in Kundapura Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkoor is Aluru.
What is the pincode of Harkoor?
The pincode of Harkoor is 576233.
What is the population of Harkoor?
Harkoor has a total population of 2,008, including 883 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Harkoor?
There are 386 households in Harkoor.
What is the literacy rate in Harkoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkoor is 66.88%. Male literacy is 72.25% and female literacy is 62.67%.