Doddabeeranahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Doddabeeranahalli 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Doddachellur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doddabeeranahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddabeeranahalli is 605419. The village covers a total geographical area of 1817.22 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Doddabeeranahalli 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 Doddabeeranahalli
As per Census 2011, Doddabeeranahalli village has a total population of 2,340 people, consisting of 1,172 males and 1,168 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,400 literate and 940 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddabeeranahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,340 | 1,172 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 143 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 157 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 805 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 367 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Doddabeeranahalli
Doddabeeranahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmannanayakanakote | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Obalapura | North | 3.90 km |
| Chikkachellur | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Kanajanahalli | South | 5.05 km |
| Torebeeranahalli | West | 5.16 km |
| Doddachellur | East | 5.24 km |
| Gosikere | North | 5.72 km |
| Konigarahalli Kaval | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Obanahalli | North-East | 7.25 km |
| Hosakere | South-East | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddabeeranahalli
Doddabeeranahalli 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 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Doddabeeranahalli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Doddabeeranahalli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doddabeeranahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddabeeranahalli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doddabeeranahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddabeeranahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doddabeeranahalli
Where is Doddabeeranahalli located?
Doddabeeranahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddabeeranahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Doddabeeranahalli is Doddachellur.
What is the pincode of Doddabeeranahalli?
The pincode of Doddabeeranahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Doddabeeranahalli?
Doddabeeranahalli has a total population of 2,340, including 1,172 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Doddabeeranahalli?
There are 546 households in Doddabeeranahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Doddabeeranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddabeeranahalli is 59.83%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 50.94%.