Guntakolammanahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Guntakolammanahalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Abbenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guntakolammanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guntakolammanahalli is 605241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1199.61 hectares and falls under the 577536 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Guntakolammanahalli 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 Guntakolammanahalli
As per Census 2011, Guntakolammanahalli village has a total population of 1,531 people, consisting of 733 males and 798 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,019 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,354 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guntakolammanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 733 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,354 | 649 | 705 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 539 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 194 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Guntakolammanahalli
Guntakolammanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rekhalagere Kaval (b) | East | 2.18 km |
| Tummaraguddu | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Torekolammanahalli | North | 3.15 km |
| Kavalanahalli | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Rekhalagere | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Mallapura | West | 4.04 km |
| Giddanahalli | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Kamplisagara (b) | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Baramasagara (b) | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Dasaramuthenahalli | East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guntakolammanahalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Guntakolammanahalli. The nearest railway station is Bommagundanakere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 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 Guntakolammanahalli is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Guntakolammanahalli is about 38 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 Guntakolammanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guntakolammanahalli 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 Guntakolammanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guntakolammanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guntakolammanahalli
Where is Guntakolammanahalli located?
Guntakolammanahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guntakolammanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Guntakolammanahalli is Abbenahalli.
What is the pincode of Guntakolammanahalli?
The pincode of Guntakolammanahalli is 577536.
What is the population of Guntakolammanahalli?
Guntakolammanahalli has a total population of 1,531, including 733 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Guntakolammanahalli?
There are 291 households in Guntakolammanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Guntakolammanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guntakolammanahalli is 66.56%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 60.15%.