Chunchanakuppe - Bengaluru South, Bengaluru Urban
Chunchanakuppe is a village situated in the Bengaluru South taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from Bangalore South and around 21 km from Bangalore. Chunchanakuppe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunchanakuppe is 612993. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.63 hectares. Bbmp is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chunchanakuppe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yeshvanthapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru North Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunchanakuppe
As per Census 2011, Chunchanakuppe village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 786 males and 760 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunchanakuppe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 786 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 338 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 573 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 213 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Chunchanakuppe
Chunchanakuppe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kethohalli Narasimhapura | East | 1.62 km |
| Ganapathihalli | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Donnenahalli | South | 2.16 km |
| Kolur Gururayanapura | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Punagumaranahalli | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Kolur | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Doddamaranahalli | North | 3.18 km |
| Sulivara Ramapura | West | 3.35 km |
| Sulivara | West | 3.50 km |
| Karigiripura | North-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunchanakuppe
Chunchanakuppe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hejjala, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bbmp to Chunchanakuppe is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Chunchanakuppe is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunchanakuppe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunchanakuppe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunchanakuppe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunchanakuppe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chunchanakuppe
Where is Chunchanakuppe located?
Chunchanakuppe village is located in Bengaluru South Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunchanakuppe?
Chunchanakuppe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the population of Chunchanakuppe?
Chunchanakuppe has a total population of 1,546, including 786 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Chunchanakuppe?
There are 398 households in Chunchanakuppe.
What is the literacy rate in Chunchanakuppe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunchanakuppe is 66.49%. Male literacy is 72.90% and female literacy is 59.87%.