Gudihalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Gudihalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Mailanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudihalli is 605312. The village covers a total geographical area of 1056.58 hectares and falls under the 577537 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gudihalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gudihalli
As per Census 2011, Gudihalli village has a total population of 1,625 people, consisting of 834 males and 791 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,625 | 834 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 271 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 410 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 512 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 322 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Gudihalli
Gudihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakumagondanahalli | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Moduru Kaval | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Kasavigondanahalli | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Mylanahalli | North | 3.80 km |
| Kyatagondanahalli | South | 3.83 km |
| Moduru | East | 4.55 km |
| Yadalagatta | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Chitranayakanahalli | West | 4.76 km |
| Nagagondanahalli | South | 4.87 km |
| Thappagondanahalli | East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gudihalli
Gudihalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thallak, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 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 Gudihalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Gudihalli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gudihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudihalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudihalli
Where is Gudihalli located?
Gudihalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudihalli is Mailanahalli.
What is the pincode of Gudihalli?
The pincode of Gudihalli is 577537.
What is the population of Gudihalli?
Gudihalli has a total population of 1,625, including 834 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Gudihalli?
There are 314 households in Gudihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Gudihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudihalli is 53.29%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 44.75%.