Donehalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Donehalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Obalapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donehalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donehalli is 605321. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.38 hectares and falls under the 577537 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Donehalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donehalli
According to the 2011 Census, Donehalli village had a total population of 826 people, including 416 males and 410 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.91%, with male literacy at 79.36% and female literacy at 56.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 416 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 95 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 296 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 120 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Donehalli
Donehalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Donehalli
Donehalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Donehalli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Donehalli 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 Donehalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donehalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Donehalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donehalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donehalli
Where is Donehalli located?
Donehalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Donehalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Donehalli is Obalapura.
What is the pincode of Donehalli?
The pincode of Donehalli is 577537.
What is the population of Donehalli?
Donehalli had a total population of 826, including 416 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Donehalli?
Donehalli had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donehalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donehalli was 67.91%. Male literacy was 79.36% and female literacy was 56.53%.