Guttapalya - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Guttapalya 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 68 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Moodlagollahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guttapalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guttapalya is 624433. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.16 hectares and falls under the 563123 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Guttapalya 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 Guttapalya
According to the 2011 Census, Guttapalya village had a total population of 449 people, including 234 males and 215 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.99%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 53.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 449 | 234 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 171 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 63 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Guttapalya
Guttapalya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotekallur | East | 1.50 km |
| Lakkepalli | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Chillarpalli | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Karipalli | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Kondliganahalli | North | 2.48 km |
| Nagarajapalli | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Thummalapalli (g) | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Kappalli | West | 3.33 km |
| Bommareddipalli | East | 3.33 km |
| Neelappalli | South | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guttapalya
Guttapalya 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 49.2 km.
| 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 Guttapalya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Guttapalya is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guttapalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guttapalya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guttapalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guttapalya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guttapalya
Where is Guttapalya located?
Guttapalya village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guttapalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Guttapalya is Moodlagollahalli.
What is the pincode of Guttapalya?
The pincode of Guttapalya is 563123.
What is the population of Guttapalya?
Guttapalya had a total population of 449, including 234 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Guttapalya?
Guttapalya had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guttapalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guttapalya was 66.99%. Male literacy was 79.53% and female literacy was 53.30%.