Kalkunte Agrahara - Hosakote, Bengaluru Rural
Kalkunte Agrahara is a village situated in the Hosakote taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from Hosakote and around 35 km from Bangalore Rural. Kalkunte Agrahara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalkunte Agrahara is 625749. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.67 hectares and falls under the 560008 pincode. Hoskote is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kalkunte Agrahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosakote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalkunte Agrahara
As per Census 2011, Kalkunte Agrahara village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 855 males and 774 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalkunte Agrahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 855 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 229 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 655 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 200 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Kalkunte Agrahara
Kalkunte Agrahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arehalli | West | 1.49 km |
| Yattakodi | South-East | 1.69 km |
| S.narayanakere | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Thathnur Plantation | South | 2.15 km |
| Byrahalli | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Deshapande Guttahalli | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Thathnur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Medimallasandra | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kadumuthsandra | East | 2.60 km |
| Handenahalli | North | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalkunte Agrahara
Public transport in the Kalkunte Agrahara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devangonthi, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoskote to Kalkunte Agrahara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Kalkunte Agrahara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalkunte Agrahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalkunte Agrahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalkunte Agrahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalkunte Agrahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalkunte Agrahara
Where is Kalkunte Agrahara located?
Kalkunte Agrahara village is located in Hosakote Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkunte Agrahara?
Kalkunte Agrahara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalkunte Agrahara?
The pincode of Kalkunte Agrahara is 560008.
What is the population of Kalkunte Agrahara?
Kalkunte Agrahara has a total population of 1,629, including 855 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Kalkunte Agrahara?
There are 369 households in Kalkunte Agrahara.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkunte Agrahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalkunte Agrahara is 69.00%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 60.59%.