Bommanakunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Bommanakunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Pagadalabande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bommanakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bommanakunte is 605385. The village covers a total geographical area of 939.61 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bommanakunte 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 Bommanakunte
As per Census 2011, Bommanakunte village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 642 males and 623 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bommanakunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 642 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 359 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 283 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Bommanakunte
Bommanakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junjaragunte | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Viswanathapura | South | 1.71 km |
| Korlakunte | East | 3.50 km |
| Parasuramapura | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Chattekamba | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Pagadalabande | North | 4.10 km |
| Chowluru | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Pagadalabande Kaval | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Putloorahalli | East | 5.45 km |
| Chowlur Kaval | South | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bommanakunte
Bommanakunte 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 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Challakere to Bommanakunte is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Bommanakunte is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bommanakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bommanakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bommanakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bommanakunte 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 Bommanakunte
Where is Bommanakunte located?
Bommanakunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bommanakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Bommanakunte is Pagadalabande.
What is the pincode of Bommanakunte?
The pincode of Bommanakunte is 577538.
What is the population of Bommanakunte?
Bommanakunte has a total population of 1,265, including 642 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Bommanakunte?
There are 276 households in Bommanakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Bommanakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bommanakunte is 49.88%. Male literacy is 55.92% and female literacy is 43.66%.