Karikere - Challakere, Chitradurga
Karikere is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Meerasaabihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karikere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karikere is 605333. The village covers a total geographical area of 829.18 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karikere 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 Karikere
As per Census 2011, Karikere village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 1,035 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,306 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karikere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,052 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 303 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 748 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 304 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Karikere
Karikere 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 | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Vidupanakunte | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Rangavvanahalli | West | 3.26 km |
| Kaluvehalli | North | 3.72 km |
| Haligondanahalli | East | 3.73 km |
| Matasamudra | East | 3.83 km |
| Channammanagathihalli | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Meerasabihalli | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Dyavaranahalli | South | 6.18 km |
| Bharamasagara | West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karikere
Public transport in the Karikere 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 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Karikere is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Karikere is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karikere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karikere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karikere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karikere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karikere
Where is Karikere located?
Karikere village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Karikere is Meerasaabihalli.
What is the pincode of Karikere?
The pincode of Karikere is 577522.
What is the population of Karikere?
Karikere has a total population of 2,087, including 1,052 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Karikere?
There are 398 households in Karikere.
What is the literacy rate in Karikere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karikere is 62.58%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 53.91%.