Heggere - Challakere, Chitradurga
Heggere is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Sanikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heggere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heggere is 605368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1046.69 hectares and falls under the 577542 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Heggere 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 Heggere
As per Census 2011, Heggere village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 766 males and 731 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heggere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 766 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 221 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 546 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 220 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Heggere
Heggere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maddanakunte | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Ramajogihalli | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Sanikere Kaval (b) | North | 3.27 km |
| Kaparahalli | East | 3.31 km |
| Khandikere | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Sanikere | North | 4.92 km |
| Jadekunte | East | 5.45 km |
| Yaraballi | South | 6.05 km |
| Madakarinaikana Kote | West | 6.28 km |
| Ganjigunte | North | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heggere
Public transport in the Heggere is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balenahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Heggere is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Heggere is about 36 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 Heggere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heggere 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 Heggere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heggere 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Heggere
Where is Heggere located?
Heggere village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggere?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggere is Sanikere.
What is the pincode of Heggere?
The pincode of Heggere is 577542.
What is the population of Heggere?
Heggere has a total population of 1,497, including 766 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Heggere?
There are 332 households in Heggere.
What is the literacy rate in Heggere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heggere is 64.93%. Male literacy is 71.28% and female literacy is 58.28%.