Doddachellur Village - Challakere, Chitradurga
Doddachellur is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Doddachellur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddachellur is 605420. The village covers a total geographical area of 2370.28 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Doddachellur 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 Doddachellur
As per Census 2011, Doddachellur village has a total population of 2,271 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,145 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,318 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 922 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddachellur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,271 | 1,126 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 111 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 274 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 922 | 465 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 731 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 395 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Doddachellur
Doddachellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Obanahalli | North | 4.22 km |
| Chikkachellur | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Kadegude | East | 4.92 km |
| Doddabeeranahalli | West | 5.24 km |
| Valasa | East | 5.29 km |
| Hosakere | South | 5.39 km |
| Obalapura | North-West | 6.22 km |
| Parashuramapura Kaval | North | 7.09 km |
| Mahadevapura | North-East | 7.27 km |
| Kanajanahalli | South-West | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddachellur
Doddachellur 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 84.2 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 Doddachellur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Doddachellur is about 68 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 Doddachellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddachellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doddachellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddachellur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doddachellur
Where is Doddachellur located?
Doddachellur village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddachellur?
Doddachellur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doddachellur?
The pincode of Doddachellur is 577538.
What is the population of Doddachellur?
Doddachellur has a total population of 2,271, including 1,126 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Doddachellur?
There are 530 households in Doddachellur.
What is the literacy rate in Doddachellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddachellur is 58.04%. Male literacy is 64.92% and female literacy is 51.27%.