Gajalavarahalli - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Gajalavarahalli is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Korlaparthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajalavarahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajalavarahalli is 624339. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.91 hectares and falls under the 563159 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gajalavarahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidlaghatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajalavarahalli
As per Census 2011, Gajalavarahalli village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 277 males and 246 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajalavarahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 277 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 220 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 57 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Gajalavarahalli
Gajalavarahalli 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 Gajalavarahalli
Public transport in the Gajalavarahalli is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chintamani to Gajalavarahalli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Gajalavarahalli is about 47 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 Gajalavarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajalavarahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajalavarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajalavarahalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gajalavarahalli
Where is Gajalavarahalli located?
Gajalavarahalli village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajalavarahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajalavarahalli is Korlaparthi.
What is the pincode of Gajalavarahalli?
The pincode of Gajalavarahalli is 563159.
What is the population of Gajalavarahalli?
Gajalavarahalli has a total population of 523, including 277 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Gajalavarahalli?
There are 113 households in Gajalavarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Gajalavarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajalavarahalli is 72.85%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 65.45%.