Venukalgudda - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Venukalgudda 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Eshwaragere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venukalgudda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venukalgudda is 606118. The village covers a total geographical area of 3647.42 hectares and falls under the 577546 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Venukalgudda 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 Venukalgudda
As per Census 2011, Venukalgudda village has a total population of 2,130 people, consisting of 1,067 males and 1,063 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,196 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venukalgudda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,130 | 1,067 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 302 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 697 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 370 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Venukalgudda
Venukalgudda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chillahalli | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Hariyabbe | North | 4.81 km |
| Changavara | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Dwaranakunte | East | 5.21 km |
| Gollahalli | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Eswaragere | West | 5.69 km |
| Kodihalli | South | 5.88 km |
| Huvinahole | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Sakkara | East | 6.13 km |
| Yelagondanahalli | North-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venukalgudda
Venukalgudda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soma Guddu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hiriyur to Venukalgudda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Venukalgudda is about 66 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 Venukalgudda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venukalgudda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venukalgudda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venukalgudda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venukalgudda
Where is Venukalgudda located?
Venukalgudda village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venukalgudda?
The Gram Panchayat of Venukalgudda is Eshwaragere.
What is the pincode of Venukalgudda?
The pincode of Venukalgudda is 577546.
What is the population of Venukalgudda?
Venukalgudda has a total population of 2,130, including 1,067 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Venukalgudda?
There are 474 households in Venukalgudda.
What is the literacy rate in Venukalgudda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venukalgudda is 56.15%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 46.94%.