Kammathmarikunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Kammathmarikunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Sanikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kammathmarikunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kammathmarikunte is 605351. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.88 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kammathmarikunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Kammathmarikunte
According to the 2011 Census, Kammathmarikunte village had a total population of 593 people, including 308 males and 285 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.98%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 62.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 412.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 308 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 217 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 217 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 91 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kammathmarikunte
Kammathmarikunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mummadisagara (b) | East | 2.15 km |
| Hotteppanahalli | North | 2.20 km |
| Ganjigunte | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Siddapura | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Sanikere | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Lakshmipura | North | 4.55 km |
| Jangamarahalli (b) | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Hiremadhure | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Gopanahalli | East | 4.93 km |
| Sanikere Kaval (b) | South | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kammathmarikunte
Public transport in the Kammathmarikunte is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soma Guddu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kammathmarikunte is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kammathmarikunte is about 40 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 Kammathmarikunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kammathmarikunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kammathmarikunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kammathmarikunte 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kammathmarikunte
Where is Kammathmarikunte located?
Kammathmarikunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kammathmarikunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kammathmarikunte is Sanikere.
What is the pincode of Kammathmarikunte?
The pincode of Kammathmarikunte is 577522.
What is the population of Kammathmarikunte?
Kammathmarikunte had a total population of 593, including 308 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Kammathmarikunte?
Kammathmarikunte had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kammathmarikunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kammathmarikunte was 71.98%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 62.45%.