Ulivinahal - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Ulivinahal is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Yelladakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulivinahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulivinahal is 606195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.89 hectares and falls under the 577598 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ulivinahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hiriyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulivinahal
As per Census 2011, Ulivinahal village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 150 males and 143 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulivinahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 51 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Ulivinahal
Ulivinahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halumadenahalli | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Arasinagundi | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Byaramadu | East | 3.70 km |
| Sheshappanahalli | East | 3.78 km |
| Chikkabyladakere | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Yelladakere | North | 5.48 km |
| Handiganadu | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Kanubenahalli | West | 6.49 km |
| Jayasuvarnapura | South | 6.75 km |
| Dasudi | South-East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ulivinahal
Ulivinahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiriyur to Ulivinahal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Ulivinahal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulivinahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulivinahal 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 Ulivinahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulivinahal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ulivinahal
Where is Ulivinahal located?
Ulivinahal village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulivinahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulivinahal is Yelladakere.
What is the pincode of Ulivinahal?
The pincode of Ulivinahal is 577598.
What is the population of Ulivinahal?
Ulivinahal has a total population of 293, including 150 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Ulivinahal?
There are 68 households in Ulivinahal.
What is the literacy rate in Ulivinahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulivinahal is 59.73%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 53.15%.