Dandapalya - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Dandapalya is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Nandiganahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandapalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapalya is 624503. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.66 hectares and falls under the 563146 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dandapalya 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 Dandapalya
As per Census 2011, Dandapalya village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 157 males and 161 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandapalya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 157 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 70 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapalya
Dandapalya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dandapalya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dandapalya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Dandapalya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Dandapalya is about 53 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 Dandapalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapalya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandapalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapalya 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandapalya
Where is Dandapalya located?
Dandapalya village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandapalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandapalya is Nandiganahalli.
What is the pincode of Dandapalya?
The pincode of Dandapalya is 563146.
What is the population of Dandapalya?
Dandapalya has a total population of 318, including 157 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Dandapalya?
There are 71 households in Dandapalya.
What is the literacy rate in Dandapalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandapalya is 49.69%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 44.10%.