Mannekote - Challakere, Chitradurga
Mannekote is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Mannekote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mannekote is 605288. The village covers a total geographical area of 2672.33 hectares and falls under the 577543 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mannekote 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 Mannekote
As per Census 2011, Mannekote village has a total population of 5,392 people, consisting of 2,730 males and 2,662 females. The village has 1,084 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 633 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,247 literate and 2,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mannekote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,392 | 2,730 | 2,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 633 | 310 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,300 | 652 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,126 | 1,070 | 1,056 |
| Literate Population | 3,247 | 1,847 | 1,400 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,145 | 883 | 1,262 |
Nearby Villages of Mannekote
Mannekote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thalaku | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Kereyagalahalli | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Thippaiahnakote | West | 3.78 km |
| Henjimuttenahalli | East | 3.96 km |
| Jambaiahnahalli | West | 4.12 km |
| Chikkahalli | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Thimmappaiahnahalli | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Harishchandranayakana Halli | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Byadareddyhalli | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Giriyammanahalli | South | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mannekote
Mannekote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Thallak, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Mannekote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Mannekote is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mannekote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mannekote 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mannekote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mannekote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mannekote
Where is Mannekote located?
Mannekote village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mannekote?
Mannekote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mannekote?
The pincode of Mannekote is 577543.
What is the population of Mannekote?
Mannekote has a total population of 5,392, including 2,730 males and 2,662 females.
How many households are there in Mannekote?
There are 1,084 households in Mannekote.
What is the literacy rate in Mannekote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mannekote is 60.22%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 52.59%.