Ganjigunte Village - Challakere, Chitradurga
Ganjigunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Somaguddu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjigunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjigunte is 605366. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013.06 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ganjigunte 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 Ganjigunte
As per Census 2011, Ganjigunte village has a total population of 1,476 people, consisting of 760 males and 716 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjigunte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 760 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 208 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 459 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 301 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjigunte
Ganjigunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiremadhure | West | 2.12 km |
| Sanikere Kaval (b) | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Kammathmarikunte | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Jodipura | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Sanikere | East | 4.13 km |
| Chikkamadhure | West | 4.43 km |
| Ramajogihalli | South | 4.53 km |
| Hotteppanahalli | North | 4.80 km |
| Mummadisagara (b) | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Sondekere | South-West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganjigunte
Public transport in the Ganjigunte is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balenahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| 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 Ganjigunte is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Ganjigunte is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjigunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjigunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjigunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjigunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganjigunte
Where is Ganjigunte located?
Ganjigunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjigunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjigunte is Somaguddu.
What is the pincode of Ganjigunte?
The pincode of Ganjigunte is 577522.
What is the population of Ganjigunte?
Ganjigunte has a total population of 1,476, including 760 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Ganjigunte?
There are 309 households in Ganjigunte.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjigunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjigunte is 54.20%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 47.63%.