Heggar - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Heggar is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Balkoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heggar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggar is 603755. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.33 hectares and falls under the 581423 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Heggar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heggar
According to the 2011 Census, Heggar village had a total population of 191 people, including 90 males and 101 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 21 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Heggar
Heggar 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 Heggar
Heggar 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 Heggar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Honavar to Heggar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Heggar is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heggar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heggar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heggar
Where is Heggar located?
Heggar village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggar?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggar is Balkoor.
What is the pincode of Heggar?
The pincode of Heggar is 581423.
What is the population of Heggar?
Heggar had a total population of 191, including 90 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Heggar?
Heggar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heggar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggar was 71.26%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 61.11%.