Gotlakunte - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Gotlakunte is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Nakkalahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotlakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotlakunte is 623296. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.26 hectares and falls under the 561206 pincode. Gudibanda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gotlakunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotlakunte
As per Census 2011, Gotlakunte village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 262 males and 276 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotlakunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 262 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 142 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 120 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Gotlakunte
Gotlakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasapuradadinne | North | 0.84 km |
| Muchatlahalli | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Mallegowdanadinne | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Manivala | North | 1.54 km |
| Bodabandahalli | East | 1.74 km |
| Hulikunte | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Suranaikanahalli | South | 2.13 km |
| Nakkalahalli | West | 2.15 km |
| Hanumenahalli | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Katanakallu | North-West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotlakunte
Gotlakunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Viduraswattha, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudibanda to Gotlakunte is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Gotlakunte is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotlakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotlakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gotlakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotlakunte 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gotlakunte
Where is Gotlakunte located?
Gotlakunte village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotlakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotlakunte is Nakkalahalli.
What is the pincode of Gotlakunte?
The pincode of Gotlakunte is 561206.
What is the population of Gotlakunte?
Gotlakunte has a total population of 538, including 262 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Gotlakunte?
There are 134 households in Gotlakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Gotlakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotlakunte is 45.91%. Male literacy is 54.20% and female literacy is 38.04%.