Badavanahalli (B) - Challakere, Chitradurga
Badavanahalli (B) is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Sanikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badavanahalli (B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badavanahalli (B) is 605371. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.87 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badavanahalli (B) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badavanahalli (B)
As per Census 2011, Badavanahalli (B) village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 178 males and 166 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badavanahalli (B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 56 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Badavanahalli (B)
Badavanahalli (B) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badavanahalli (B)
Public transport in the Badavanahalli (B) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badavanahalli (B).
| 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 Challakere to Badavanahalli (B) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Badavanahalli (B) is about 50 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 Badavanahalli (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badavanahalli (B) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badavanahalli (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badavanahalli (B) 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 Badavanahalli (B)
Where is Badavanahalli (B) located?
Badavanahalli (B) village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badavanahalli (B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Badavanahalli (B) is Sanikere.
What is the pincode of Badavanahalli (B)?
The pincode of Badavanahalli (B) is 577522.
What is the population of Badavanahalli (B)?
Badavanahalli (B) has a total population of 344, including 178 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Badavanahalli (B)?
There are 79 households in Badavanahalli (B).
What is the literacy rate in Badavanahalli (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badavanahalli (B) is 63.66%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 58.43%.