Devara Marikunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Devara Marikunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Devaramarikunte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devara Marikunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devara Marikunte is 605359. The village covers a total geographical area of 2272.02 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devara Marikunte 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 Devara Marikunte
As per Census 2011, Devara Marikunte village has a total population of 2,050 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 1,017 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 758 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 618 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devara Marikunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 1,033 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 114 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 384 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 312 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 723 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 310 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Devara Marikunte
Devara Marikunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallurahalli | South | 2.89 km |
| Chikkenahalli | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Bomberahalli | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Kasturi Thimmanahalli | North | 4.21 km |
| Reddihalli | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Yalagatta | South | 4.88 km |
| Gopanahalli | West | 5.09 km |
| Vaderahalli | East | 5.17 km |
| Konigarahalli | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Channammanagatihalli Kaval | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devara Marikunte
Devara Marikunte 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 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devara Marikunte is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Devara Marikunte is about 48 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 Devara Marikunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devara Marikunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devara Marikunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devara Marikunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devara Marikunte
Where is Devara Marikunte located?
Devara Marikunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devara Marikunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Devara Marikunte is Devaramarikunte.
What is the pincode of Devara Marikunte?
The pincode of Devara Marikunte is 577538.
What is the population of Devara Marikunte?
Devara Marikunte has a total population of 2,050, including 1,033 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Devara Marikunte?
There are 446 households in Devara Marikunte.
What is the literacy rate in Devara Marikunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devara Marikunte is 63.61%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 57.13%.