Nagarakhan - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Nagarakhan is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Angod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagarakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagarakhan is 602883. The village covers a total geographical area of 1486.55 hectares and falls under the 581359 pincode. Haliyal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nagarakhan 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 Nagarakhan
As per Census 2011, Nagarakhan village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 61 males and 50 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagarakhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Nagarakhan
Nagarakhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shevali | West | 3.68 km |
| Hukkali | East | 3.70 km |
| Baragadde | East | 3.91 km |
| Bisgod | South | 3.96 km |
| Dehalli | South | 4.58 km |
| Geral | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Yeramukh | West | 5.48 km |
| Gotguli | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Savagadde | East | 5.78 km |
| Kavale | North | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagarakhan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nagarakhan. The nearest railway station is Tavargatti, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 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 Haliyal to Nagarakhan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Nagarakhan 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 Nagarakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagarakhan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagarakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagarakhan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagarakhan
Where is Nagarakhan located?
Nagarakhan village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagarakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagarakhan is Angod.
What is the pincode of Nagarakhan?
The pincode of Nagarakhan is 581359.
What is the population of Nagarakhan?
Nagarakhan has a total population of 111, including 61 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Nagarakhan?
There are 32 households in Nagarakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Nagarakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagarakhan is 73.87%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 68.00%.