Kelginoor - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Kelginoor is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Kelginor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelginoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelginoor is 603747. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.65 hectares and falls under the 581342 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kelginoor 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 Kelginoor
As per Census 2011, Kelginoor village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,078 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,651 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelginoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,049 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 877 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 172 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Kelginoor
Kelginoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankichitta | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Apsarkonda | West | 1.54 km |
| Hosapatna | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Gunavante | South | 1.90 km |
| Malkod | East | 2.26 km |
| Kasarkod | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Kelgin-idgunji | East | 3.30 km |
| Melin-idgunji | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Hosad | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Koodla | North-East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelginoor
Kelginoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Kelginoor is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kelginoor is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelginoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelginoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelginoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelginoor 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelginoor
Where is Kelginoor located?
Kelginoor village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelginoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelginoor is Kelginor.
What is the pincode of Kelginoor?
The pincode of Kelginoor is 581342.
What is the population of Kelginoor?
Kelginoor has a total population of 2,127, including 1,049 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Kelginoor?
There are 511 households in Kelginoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kelginoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelginoor is 77.62%. Male literacy is 83.60% and female literacy is 71.80%.