Hegre - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Hegre is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Agragone serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hegre village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hegre is 603377. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.7 hectares and falls under the 581319 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Hegre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hegre
As per Census 2011, Hegre village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 346 males and 390 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 346 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 273 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 73 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Hegre
Hegre 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 Hegre
Hegre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hegre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ankola to Hegre is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Hegre is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hegre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hegre 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hegre
Where is Hegre located?
Hegre village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hegre?
The Gram Panchayat of Hegre is Agragone.
What is the pincode of Hegre?
The pincode of Hegre is 581319.
What is the population of Hegre?
Hegre has a total population of 736, including 346 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Hegre?
There are 154 households in Hegre.
What is the literacy rate in Hegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hegre is 69.43%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 61.03%.