Khandikere
Khandikere is a village located in Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Hiriyur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Yeraballi is the gram panchayat of Khandikere village.
Here you can discover what makes Khandikere unique in its vibrant Hiriyur-Chitradurga region. You’ll see Khandikere’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khandikere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandikere is 606056. The village spans a total geographical area of 1506.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577545. Hiriyur is nearest town to Khandikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Khandikere
Population of Khandikere
According to the 2011 Census, Khandikere has a total population of about 1,854, with approximately 947 males and 907 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 337 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.14%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 53.58%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khandikere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,854 | 947 | 907 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 111 | 89 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 177 | 160 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 103 | 106 |
Literate Population | 1,152 | 666 | 486 |
Illiterate Population | 702 | 281 | 421 |
Connectivity of Khandikere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandikere. As per the 2011 stats, Khandikere 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandikere
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandikere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandikere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandikere
- Where is Khandikere located?
- Khandikere village is situated in Hiriyur Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandikere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khandikere is Yeraballi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khandikere?
- The pincode of Khandikere is 577545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandikere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandikere is 1,854, with 947 males and 907 females.
- How many households are there in Khandikere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandikere village has a total of 399 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandikere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandikere is 62.14%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.58%.