Kaluvehalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Kaluvehalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Kaluvehalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaluvehalli is 605309. The village covers a total geographical area of 2014.49 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kaluvehalli 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 Kaluvehalli
As per Census 2011, Kaluvehalli village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,055 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,259 literate and 954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,551 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaluvehalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,158 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 106 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 102 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,551 | 796 | 755 |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 782 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 376 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Kaluvehalli
Kaluvehalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visweswarapura | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Haligondanahalli | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Karikere | South | 3.72 km |
| Kyatagondanahalli | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Yadalagatta | North | 3.98 km |
| Rangavvanahalli | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Doddaullarthi | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Nagagondanahalli | East | 5.18 km |
| Matasamudra | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Jajuru Kaval | East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaluvehalli
Kaluvehalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 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 Kaluvehalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kaluvehalli is about 55 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 Kaluvehalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaluvehalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaluvehalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaluvehalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaluvehalli
Where is Kaluvehalli located?
Kaluvehalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaluvehalli?
Kaluvehalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaluvehalli?
The pincode of Kaluvehalli is 577522.
What is the population of Kaluvehalli?
Kaluvehalli has a total population of 2,213, including 1,158 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Kaluvehalli?
There are 433 households in Kaluvehalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kaluvehalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaluvehalli is 56.89%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 45.21%.