Challamadu
Challamadu is a village located in Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Hiriyur (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Gowdanahally is the gram panchayat of Challamadu village.
Challamadu has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Challamadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challamadu is 606179. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577511. Hiriyur is nearest town to Challamadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Challamadu
Below is a concise population overview of Challamadu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 418 | 207 | 211 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 182 | 198 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 239 | 141 | 98 |
Illiterate Population | 179 | 66 | 113 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challamadu village:
- The total population of Challamadu village is around 418, including approximately 207 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Challamadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Challamadu village has 380 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Challamadu village is about 57.18%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 46.45%.
- There are around 79 households in Challamadu village.
Connectivity of Challamadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challamadu. As per the 2011 stats, Challamadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Challamadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Challamadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Challamadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Challamadu
- Where is Challamadu located?
- Challamadu village is situated in Hiriyur Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Challamadu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Challamadu is Gowdanahally (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Challamadu?
- The pincode of Challamadu is 577511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Challamadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challamadu is 418, with 207 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Challamadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Challamadu village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Challamadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challamadu is 57.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.12%, while the female literacy rate is 46.45%.