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
As per Census 2011, Chalamakote village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 216 males and 213 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalamakote are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 429, including 216 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Chalamakote?
There are 98 households in Chalamakote.
What is the literacy rate in Chalamakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalamakote is 56.41%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 47.89%.