Obanahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Obanahalli 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. P.mahadevapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obanahalli is 605401. The village covers a total geographical area of 1083.75 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Obanahalli 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 Obanahalli
As per Census 2011, Obanahalli village has a total population of 2,123 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,039 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Obanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,123 | 1,084 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 138 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,201 | 611 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 666 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 418 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Obanahalli
Obanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parashuramapura Kaval | North | 3.00 km |
| Chikkachellur | West | 3.17 km |
| Doddachellur | South | 4.22 km |
| Kadegude | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Mahadevapura | East | 4.57 km |
| Chowlur Kaval | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Obalapura | West | 5.58 km |
| Parasuramapura | North | 6.18 km |
| Valasa | South-East | 7.22 km |
| Doddabeeranahalli | South-West | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Obanahalli
Obanahalli 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 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Obanahalli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Obanahalli is about 66 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 Obanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obanahalli 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 Obanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obanahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Obanahalli
Where is Obanahalli located?
Obanahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Obanahalli is P.mahadevapura.
What is the pincode of Obanahalli?
The pincode of Obanahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Obanahalli?
Obanahalli has a total population of 2,123, including 1,084 males and 1,039 females.
How many households are there in Obanahalli?
There are 451 households in Obanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Obanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obanahalli is 52.94%. Male literacy is 61.44% and female literacy is 44.08%.