Heggumbale - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Heggumbale is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Nandolli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heggumbale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggumbale is 602937. The village covers a total geographical area of 1135.88 hectares and falls under the 581359 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Heggumbale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heggumbale
According to the 2011 Census, Heggumbale village had a total population of 276 people, including 152 males and 124 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.23%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 83.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 134 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Heggumbale
Heggumbale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulagar | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Devaragadde | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Analgar | North | 3.11 km |
| Hulagan | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Kelashi | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Magod | East | 3.78 km |
| Belakanda | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Balekani | North | 4.45 km |
| Dabaguli | West | 4.48 km |
| Nandolli | North | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heggumbale
Heggumbale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Heggumbale is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Heggumbale is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heggumbale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggumbale 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Heggumbale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggumbale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heggumbale
Where is Heggumbale located?
Heggumbale village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggumbale?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggumbale is Nandolli.
What is the pincode of Heggumbale?
The pincode of Heggumbale is 581359.
What is the population of Heggumbale?
Heggumbale had a total population of 276, including 152 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Heggumbale?
Heggumbale had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heggumbale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggumbale was 90.23%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 83.62%.