Chalamakote - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Chalamakote is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Muragamalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalamakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalamakote is 624497. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.85 hectares and falls under the 563146 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chalamakote 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 Chalamakote
According to the 2011 Census, Chalamakote village had a total population of 429 people, including 216 males and 213 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.05%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 56.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 429 | 216 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 147 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 140 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 76 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chalamakote
Chalamakote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavipalli | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Yerramantapalli | East | 1.20 km |
| Nagarlamitte | West | 1.23 km |
| Kambampalli | South | 1.37 km |
| Duganarepalli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Jogivarihalli | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Gudarlahalli | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Doddakarakamakalahalli | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Bynahalli | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Barlahalli | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chalamakote
Chalamakote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddanatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Chalamakote is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Chalamakote is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalamakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalamakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalamakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalamakote 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chalamakote
Where is Chalamakote located?
Chalamakote village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalamakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalamakote is Muragamalla.
What is the pincode of Chalamakote?
The pincode of Chalamakote is 563146.
What is the population of Chalamakote?
Chalamakote had a total population of 429, including 216 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Chalamakote?
Chalamakote had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalamakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalamakote was 65.05%. Male literacy was 72.92% and female literacy was 56.67%.