Kattinhakkal - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Kattinhakkal is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Sunkasal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kattinhakkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kattinhakkal is 603349. The village covers a total geographical area of 2294.73 hectares and falls under the 581314 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kattinhakkal 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 Kattinhakkal
According to the 2011 Census, Kattinhakkal village had a total population of 316 people, including 159 males and 157 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 83.10% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 159 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kattinhakkal
Kattinhakkal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunksal | East | 3.66 km |
| Benadaguli | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Marahalli | West | 4.95 km |
| Bare | North | 5.59 km |
| Kavalalli | South-West | 6.36 km |
| Hebbul | South | 7.08 km |
| Dongri | South-East | 7.46 km |
| Sheveguli | North-West | 8.01 km |
| Mavinamane | North-East | 8.63 km |
| Marugadde | West | 9.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kattinhakkal
Public transport in the Kattinhakkal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ankola to Kattinhakkal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kattinhakkal is about 56 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 Kattinhakkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kattinhakkal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kattinhakkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kattinhakkal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kattinhakkal
Where is Kattinhakkal located?
Kattinhakkal village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kattinhakkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kattinhakkal is Sunkasal.
What is the pincode of Kattinhakkal?
The pincode of Kattinhakkal is 581314.
What is the population of Kattinhakkal?
Kattinhakkal had a total population of 316, including 159 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Kattinhakkal?
Kattinhakkal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kattinhakkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kattinhakkal was 80.42%. Male literacy was 83.10% and female literacy was 77.78%.