Chikkamaskal - Magadi, Bengaluru South

Chikkamaskal is a village situated in the Magadi taluka of Bengaluru South district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Magadi and around 68 km from Ramanagara. Bachenahatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkamaskal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkamaskal is 625811. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.55 hectares and falls under the 562128 pincode. Magadi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.

Chikkamaskal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Chikkamaskal

According to the 2011 Census, Chikkamaskal village had a total population of 604 people, including 302 males and 302 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.21%, with male literacy at 68.33% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Chikkamaskal

Chikkamaskal 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Chikkamaskal

Chikkamaskal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dobbspet, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magadi to Chikkamaskal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramanagara to Chikkamaskal is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chikkamaskal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkamaskal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Chikkamaskal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkamaskal village are given below:

FAQs about Chikkamaskal