Gunthurugadde - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Gunthurugadde is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Iragampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunthurugadde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunthurugadde is 624436. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.93 hectares and falls under the 563146 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gunthurugadde 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 Gunthurugadde
According to the 2011 Census, Gunthurugadde village had a total population of 233 people, including 119 males and 114 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 75 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 44 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Gunthurugadde
Gunthurugadde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ampalli | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Yegavakote | West | 1.00 km |
| Dokkachintalapalli | South | 1.21 km |
| Pasalanaikanahalli | North | 1.31 km |
| Gurralagadde | South | 1.57 km |
| Maniganahalli | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Pathakote | East | 1.67 km |
| Hudyadadinne | South | 1.89 km |
| Vempalli | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Kondavenakapalli | West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunthurugadde
Public transport in the Gunthurugadde is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Doddanatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| 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 Gunthurugadde is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Gunthurugadde is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunthurugadde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunthurugadde 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 Gunthurugadde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunthurugadde 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 Gunthurugadde
Where is Gunthurugadde located?
Gunthurugadde village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunthurugadde?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunthurugadde is Iragampalli.
What is the pincode of Gunthurugadde?
The pincode of Gunthurugadde is 563146.
What is the population of Gunthurugadde?
Gunthurugadde had a total population of 233, including 119 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Gunthurugadde?
Gunthurugadde had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunthurugadde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunthurugadde was 58.60%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 48.57%.