Badagavarahalli - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Badagavarahalli is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Kagathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagavarahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagavarahalli is 624639. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.28 hectares and falls under the 563146 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badagavarahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintamani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagavarahalli
As per Census 2011, Badagavarahalli village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 465 males and 497 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagavarahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 465 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 55 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 283 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 182 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Badagavarahalli
Badagavarahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marimakalahalli | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Chokkareddihalli | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Myakalasonnenahalli | East | 1.34 km |
| Kagathi | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Diguru | East | 1.53 km |
| Byreddihalli | South | 1.78 km |
| Kanisettyhalli | North | 1.79 km |
| Bukkanahalli | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Somayajalahalli | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Singasandra | West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagavarahalli
Badagavarahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chintamani, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Badagavarahalli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Badagavarahalli is about 40 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 Badagavarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagavarahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badagavarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagavarahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badagavarahalli
Where is Badagavarahalli located?
Badagavarahalli village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagavarahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagavarahalli is Kagathi.
What is the pincode of Badagavarahalli?
The pincode of Badagavarahalli is 563146.
What is the population of Badagavarahalli?
Badagavarahalli has a total population of 962, including 465 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Badagavarahalli?
There are 205 households in Badagavarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Badagavarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagavarahalli is 52.39%. Male literacy is 60.86% and female literacy is 44.47%.