Hulikunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Hulikunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Belagere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hulikunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hulikunte is 605411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1944 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Hulikunte 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 Hulikunte
As per Census 2011, Hulikunte village has a total population of 2,857 people, consisting of 1,436 males and 1,421 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 1,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hulikunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,857 | 1,436 | 1,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,261 | 646 | 615 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 979 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 457 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Hulikunte
Hulikunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadekunte | North | 3.33 km |
| Belagere Kaval | East | 3.76 km |
| Shidlaiahnakote | South | 4.08 km |
| Rangenahalli | South | 4.13 km |
| Kaparahalli | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Khandikere | West | 4.98 km |
| Gudunurhalli | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Kalamarahalli | East | 5.58 km |
| Kyathanamale | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Belagere | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hulikunte
Hulikunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soma Guddu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 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 Hulikunte is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Hulikunte is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hulikunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hulikunte 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 Hulikunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hulikunte 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 Hulikunte
Where is Hulikunte located?
Hulikunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hulikunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Hulikunte is Belagere.
What is the pincode of Hulikunte?
The pincode of Hulikunte is 577522.
What is the population of Hulikunte?
Hulikunte has a total population of 2,857, including 1,436 males and 1,421 females.
How many households are there in Hulikunte?
There are 599 households in Hulikunte.
What is the literacy rate in Hulikunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hulikunte is 60.20%. Male literacy is 68.18% and female literacy is 52.15%.