Kyadigunte - Challakere, Chitradurga
Kyadigunte is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Siddeshvaranadurga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kyadigunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kyadigunte is 605422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1349.76 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kyadigunte 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 Kyadigunte
As per Census 2011, Kyadigunte village has a total population of 1,934 people, consisting of 991 males and 943 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,313 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kyadigunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,934 | 991 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 118 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 231 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 746 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 245 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Kyadigunte
Kyadigunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siddheswaranadurga | North | 2.81 km |
| Kenchammanahalli | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Thammadehalli | South | 3.82 km |
| Pennobanahalli | East | 4.73 km |
| Jadenahalli | East | 4.78 km |
| Pillahalli | North | 5.43 km |
| Polenahalli | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Lingadahalli | East | 6.38 km |
| Kadegude | West | 6.43 km |
| Kyathaganahalli | South-East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kyadigunte
Kyadigunte 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 83.2 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 Kyadigunte is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kyadigunte is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kyadigunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kyadigunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kyadigunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kyadigunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kyadigunte
Where is Kyadigunte located?
Kyadigunte village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kyadigunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kyadigunte is Siddeshvaranadurga.
What is the pincode of Kyadigunte?
The pincode of Kyadigunte is 577538.
What is the population of Kyadigunte?
Kyadigunte has a total population of 1,934, including 991 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Kyadigunte?
There are 473 households in Kyadigunte.
What is the literacy rate in Kyadigunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kyadigunte is 67.89%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 60.13%.