Devikunte Village - Bagepalli, Chikkaballapura
Devikunte is a village situated in the Bagepalli taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagepalli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Marganukunte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devikunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devikunte is 623800. The village covers a total geographical area of 913.73 hectares and falls under the 561206 pincode. Bagepalli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devikunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagepalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devikunte
As per Census 2011, Devikunte village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 239 males and 216 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devikunte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 239 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 156 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 127 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 112 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Devikunte
Devikunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madakavaripalli | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Pichalavaripalli | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Kolimpalli | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Boyinavaripalli | South-East | 3.38 km |
| G.cherlopalli | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Honnampalli | West | 3.74 km |
| Chancharayanapalli | South | 3.83 km |
| Marasanapalli | South | 4.37 km |
| Pokamakalapalli | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Kothakoti | North-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devikunte
Devikunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satya Sai P Nilayam, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bagepalli to Devikunte is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Devikunte is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devikunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devikunte 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devikunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devikunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devikunte
Where is Devikunte located?
Devikunte village is located in Bagepalli Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devikunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Devikunte is Marganukunte.
What is the pincode of Devikunte?
The pincode of Devikunte is 561206.
What is the population of Devikunte?
Devikunte has a total population of 455, including 239 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Devikunte?
There are 99 households in Devikunte.
What is the literacy rate in Devikunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devikunte is 43.30%. Male literacy is 53.14% and female literacy is 32.41%.