Chikkachellur - Challakere, Chitradurga
Chikkachellur is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Doddachellur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkachellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkachellur is 605402. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271.42 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chikkachellur 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 Chikkachellur
As per Census 2011, Chikkachellur village has a total population of 1,946 people, consisting of 1,004 males and 942 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkachellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,946 | 1,004 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 283 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 563 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 441 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkachellur
Chikkachellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Obalapura | West | 2.42 km |
| Obanahalli | East | 3.17 km |
| Chowlur Kaval | North | 4.01 km |
| Parashuramapura Kaval | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Gosikere | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Doddachellur | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Doddabeeranahalli | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Gosikere Kaval | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Thimmannanayakanakote | West | 5.51 km |
| Parasuramapura | North | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkachellur
Chikkachellur 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 81.3 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 Chikkachellur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Chikkachellur is about 65 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 Chikkachellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkachellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikkachellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkachellur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikkachellur
Where is Chikkachellur located?
Chikkachellur village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkachellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkachellur is Doddachellur.
What is the pincode of Chikkachellur?
The pincode of Chikkachellur is 577538.
What is the population of Chikkachellur?
Chikkachellur has a total population of 1,946, including 1,004 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Chikkachellur?
There are 392 households in Chikkachellur.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkachellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkachellur is 51.85%. Male literacy is 56.08% and female literacy is 47.35%.