Yegavakote - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Yegavakote 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Yagavakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yegavakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yegavakote is 624438. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.43 hectares and falls under the 563146 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Yegavakote 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 Yegavakote
As per Census 2011, Yegavakote village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 649 males and 580 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yegavakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 649 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 218 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 202 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 457 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 192 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Yegavakote
Yegavakote 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 | 0.77 km |
| Gunthurugadde | East | 1.00 km |
| Kondavenakapalli | West | 1.25 km |
| Gurralagadde | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Pasalanaikanahalli | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Dokkachintalapalli | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Y.kurupalli | South | 2.07 km |
| Hudyadadinne | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Maniganahalli | East | 2.37 km |
| Yerralakkenahalli | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yegavakote
Yegavakote 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 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Yegavakote is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Yegavakote is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yegavakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yegavakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yegavakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yegavakote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yegavakote
Where is Yegavakote located?
Yegavakote village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yegavakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Yegavakote is Yagavakote.
What is the pincode of Yegavakote?
The pincode of Yegavakote is 563146.
What is the population of Yegavakote?
Yegavakote has a total population of 1,229, including 649 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Yegavakote?
There are 297 households in Yegavakote.
What is the literacy rate in Yegavakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yegavakote is 61.68%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 51.90%.