Vaderahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Vaderahalli 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. Devaramarikunte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaderahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaderahalli is 605357. The village covers a total geographical area of 797.08 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vaderahalli 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 Vaderahalli
As per Census 2011, Vaderahalli village has a total population of 1,156 people, consisting of 597 males and 559 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaderahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 597 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 417 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 180 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Vaderahalli
Vaderahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bomberahalli | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Suranahalli | North | 2.65 km |
| Gosikere Kaval | East | 3.40 km |
| Gosikere | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Konigarahalli Kaval | South | 4.00 km |
| Konigarahalli | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Thimmannanayakanakote | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Nallurahalli | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Devara Marikunte | West | 5.17 km |
| Channammanagatihalli Kaval | North-West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaderahalli
Vaderahalli 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 79.2 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 Vaderahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Vaderahalli 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 Vaderahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaderahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaderahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaderahalli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaderahalli
Where is Vaderahalli located?
Vaderahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaderahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaderahalli is Devaramarikunte.
What is the pincode of Vaderahalli?
The pincode of Vaderahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Vaderahalli?
Vaderahalli has a total population of 1,156, including 597 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Vaderahalli?
There are 239 households in Vaderahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Vaderahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaderahalli is 62.28%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 54.20%.