Chalkapur
Chalkapur is a village located in Bhalki taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Bhalki (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Chalkapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Chalkapur has its own place in the vibrant Bidar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chalkapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalkapur is 599945. The village spans a total geographical area of 1467.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585414. Bhalki is nearest town to Chalkapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chalkapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhalki Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chalkapur
Population of Chalkapur
Below is a concise population overview of Chalkapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,149 | 2,097 | 2,052 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 254 | 234 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 426 | 420 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 886 | 451 | 435 |
Literate Population | 2,454 | 1,417 | 1,037 |
Illiterate Population | 1,695 | 680 | 1,015 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chalkapur village:
- The total population of Chalkapur village is around 4,149, including approximately 2,097 males and 2,052 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 488 children aged 0–6 years in Chalkapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chalkapur village has 846 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 886 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chalkapur village is about 59.15%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 50.54%.
- There are around 844 households in Chalkapur village.
Connectivity of Chalkapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalkapur. As per the 2011 stats, Chalkapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalkapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalkapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalkapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkapur
- Where is Chalkapur located?
- Chalkapur village is situated in Bhalki Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalkapur?
- Chalkapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chalkapur?
- The pincode of Chalkapur is 585414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkapur is 4,149, with 2,097 males and 2,052 females.
- How many households are there in Chalkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalkapur village has a total of 844 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkapur is 59.15%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.54%.