Lakkepalli - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Lakkepalli is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Moodlagollahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakkepalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkepalli is 624426. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.73 hectares and falls under the 563123 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lakkepalli 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 Lakkepalli
As per Census 2011, Lakkepalli village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 147 males and 158 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkepalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 147 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 109 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 38 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkepalli
Lakkepalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagarajapalli | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Guttapalya | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Kappalli | West | 1.94 km |
| Vempalli | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Neelappalli | South | 2.49 km |
| Karipalli | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Yerraigaripalli | West | 2.66 km |
| Kotekallur | East | 2.74 km |
| Kondliganahalli | North | 3.22 km |
| Pathakote | South | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkepalli
Lakkepalli 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 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Lakkepalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Lakkepalli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkepalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkepalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkepalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkepalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkepalli
Where is Lakkepalli located?
Lakkepalli village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkepalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakkepalli is Moodlagollahalli.
What is the pincode of Lakkepalli?
The pincode of Lakkepalli is 563123.
What is the population of Lakkepalli?
Lakkepalli has a total population of 305, including 147 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Lakkepalli?
There are 77 households in Lakkepalli.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkepalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkepalli is 60.33%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 47.47%.