Kunagalli - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Kunagalli is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Kunagalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunagalli is 619846. The village covers a total geographical area of 1380.35 hectares and falls under the 571442 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kunagalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kunagalli
As per Census 2011, Kunagalli village has a total population of 5,000 people, consisting of 2,518 males and 2,482 females. The village has 1,143 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,473 literate and 2,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 697 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunagalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,000 | 2,518 | 2,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 277 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,118 | 579 | 539 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 336 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 2,473 | 1,378 | 1,095 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,527 | 1,140 | 1,387 |
Nearby Villages of Kunagalli
Kunagalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannisarige | West | 2.02 km |
| Shivakahalli | West | 2.81 km |
| A.devarahalli | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Jakkalli | East | 3.71 km |
| Agara | West | 3.98 km |
| Malarpalya | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Alkereagrahara | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Arepalya | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Thimmarajipura | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Linganapura | North | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunagalli
Kunagalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kollegal to Kunagalli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Kunagalli 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 Kunagalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunagalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunagalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunagalli 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kunagalli
Where is Kunagalli located?
Kunagalli village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunagalli?
Kunagalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunagalli?
The pincode of Kunagalli is 571442.
What is the population of Kunagalli?
Kunagalli has a total population of 5,000, including 2,518 males and 2,482 females.
How many households are there in Kunagalli?
There are 1,143 households in Kunagalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kunagalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunagalli is 49.46%. Male literacy is 54.73% and female literacy is 44.12%.