Bomberahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Bomberahalli 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. Devaramarikunte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bomberahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bomberahalli is 605358. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.37 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bomberahalli 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 Bomberahalli
As per Census 2011, Bomberahalli village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 458 males and 450 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 733 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bomberahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 458 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 371 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 306 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 152 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Bomberahalli
Bomberahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaderahalli | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Konigarahalli | South | 2.56 km |
| Konigarahalli Kaval | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Nallurahalli | West | 2.78 km |
| Devara Marikunte | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Yalagatta | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Thimmannanayakanakote | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Suranahalli | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Gosikere | East | 4.91 km |
| Torebeeranahalli | South | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bomberahalli
Bomberahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Bomberahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Bomberahalli 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 Bomberahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bomberahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bomberahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bomberahalli 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 Bomberahalli
Where is Bomberahalli located?
Bomberahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bomberahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bomberahalli is Devaramarikunte.
What is the pincode of Bomberahalli?
The pincode of Bomberahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Bomberahalli?
Bomberahalli has a total population of 908, including 458 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Bomberahalli?
There are 200 households in Bomberahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bomberahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bomberahalli is 62.22%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 57.56%.