Pillahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Pillahalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Siddeshvaranadurga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pillahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pillahalli is 605398. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.82 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pillahalli 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 Pillahalli
As per Census 2011, Pillahalli village has a total population of 1,443 people, consisting of 729 males and 714 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pillahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 729 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 522 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 207 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Pillahalli
Pillahalli 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 | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Malayanur | North | 3.50 km |
| Mahadevapura | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Kenchammanahalli | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Kyadigunte | South | 5.43 km |
| S.mallapuram | East | 5.65 km |
| Polenahalli | East | 5.76 km |
| Kadegude | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Pennobanahalli | South-East | 7.20 km |
| Putloorahalli Kaval | North-West | 7.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pillahalli
Pillahalli 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 79.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Pillahalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Pillahalli 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 Pillahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pillahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pillahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pillahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pillahalli
Where is Pillahalli located?
Pillahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pillahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pillahalli is Siddeshvaranadurga.
What is the pincode of Pillahalli?
The pincode of Pillahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Pillahalli?
Pillahalli has a total population of 1,443, including 729 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Pillahalli?
There are 342 households in Pillahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Pillahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pillahalli is 60.50%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 49.16%.