Jeelakunte - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Jeelakunte is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Muddalodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeelakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeelakunte is 623276. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.17 hectares and falls under the 561206 pincode. Hindupur (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jeelakunte 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 Jeelakunte
As per Census 2011, Jeelakunte village has a total population of 1,095 people, consisting of 532 males and 563 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeelakunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,095 | 532 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 138 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 383 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 149 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Jeelakunte
Jeelakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadarlahalli | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Mudalodu | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Vatadahosahalli | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Hanumenahalli | South | 3.06 km |
| Maripadagu | West | 3.17 km |
| Mydugolam | East | 3.29 km |
| Sirivaram | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Channarayanahalli | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Manivala | South | 3.95 km |
| Katanakallu | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jeelakunte
Jeelakunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devarapalle, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 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 Hindupur (andhra Pradesh) to Jeelakunte is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Jeelakunte 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 Jeelakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeelakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jeelakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeelakunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jeelakunte
Where is Jeelakunte located?
Jeelakunte village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeelakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeelakunte is Muddalodu.
What is the pincode of Jeelakunte?
The pincode of Jeelakunte is 561206.
What is the population of Jeelakunte?
Jeelakunte has a total population of 1,095, including 532 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Jeelakunte?
There are 279 households in Jeelakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Jeelakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeelakunte is 62.83%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 54.17%.