Korlakunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Korlakunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Pagadalabande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korlakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korlakunte is 605384. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.27 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Korlakunte 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 Korlakunte
As per Census 2011, Korlakunte village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 803 males and 761 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korlakunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 803 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 257 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 165 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 544 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 259 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Korlakunte
Korlakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Putloorahalli | East | 1.96 km |
| Pagadalabande Kaval | North | 3.09 km |
| Bommanakunte | West | 3.50 km |
| Putloorahalli Kaval | East | 3.97 km |
| Viswanathapura | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Parasuramapura | South | 4.07 km |
| Pagadalabande | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Junjaragunte | West | 4.84 km |
| Chattekamba | West | 6.36 km |
| Parashuramapura Kaval | South | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korlakunte
Korlakunte 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 73.4 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 Korlakunte is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Korlakunte is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korlakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korlakunte 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 Korlakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korlakunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korlakunte
Where is Korlakunte located?
Korlakunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korlakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Korlakunte is Pagadalabande.
What is the pincode of Korlakunte?
The pincode of Korlakunte is 577538.
What is the population of Korlakunte?
Korlakunte has a total population of 1,564, including 803 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Korlakunte?
There are 363 households in Korlakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Korlakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korlakunte is 59.34%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 50.46%.