Chikkilur - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Chikkilur is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Chikkalluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkilur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkilur is 619818. The village covers a total geographical area of 3089.35 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chikkilur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikkilur
According to the 2011 Census, Chikkilur village had a total population of 3,495 people, including 1,745 males and 1,750 females, living in 813 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.36%, with male literacy at 67.59% and female literacy at 59.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,495 | 1,745 | 1,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 156 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,370 | 699 | 671 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 2,008 | 1,074 | 934 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,487 | 671 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkilur
Chikkilur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkilur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kollegal to Chikkilur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Chikkilur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chikkilur
Where is Chikkilur located?
Chikkilur village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikkilur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkilur is Chikkalluru.
What is the pincode of Chikkilur?
The pincode of Chikkilur is 571440.
What is the population of Chikkilur?
Chikkilur had a total population of 3,495, including 1,745 males and 1,750 females.
How many households are there in Chikkilur?
Chikkilur had 813 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkilur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkilur was 63.36%. Male literacy was 67.59% and female literacy was 59.11%.