Chikkanancherlu - Gudibanda, Chikkaballapura
Chikkanancherlu is a village situated in the Gudibanda taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudibanda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Somenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkanancherlu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkanancherlu is 623755. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.29 hectares and falls under the 561209 pincode. Gudibanda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chikkanancherlu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagepalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikkanancherlu
According to the 2011 Census, Chikkanancherlu village had a total population of 369 people, including 191 males and 178 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.05%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 37.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 369 | 191 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 120 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 71 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkanancherlu
Chikkanancherlu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puradahalli | West | 1.32 km |
| Somenahalli | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Dinnahalli | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Jambigemaradahalli | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Doddanancherlu | West | 2.52 km |
| Thummenahalli | North | 2.66 km |
| Kammadike | East | 2.87 km |
| Jantibhoyinahalli | South | 2.91 km |
| Thummepalli | North | 3.09 km |
| Ganganahalli | South-West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkanancherlu
Chikkanancherlu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chik Ballapur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudibanda to Chikkanancherlu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Chikkanancherlu is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkanancherlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkanancherlu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikkanancherlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkanancherlu 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 Chikkanancherlu
Where is Chikkanancherlu located?
Chikkanancherlu village is located in Gudibanda Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkanancherlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkanancherlu is Somenahalli.
What is the pincode of Chikkanancherlu?
The pincode of Chikkanancherlu is 561209.
What is the population of Chikkanancherlu?
Chikkanancherlu had a total population of 369, including 191 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Chikkanancherlu?
Chikkanancherlu had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkanancherlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkanancherlu was 55.05%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 37.74%.