Yelladakere - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Yelladakere is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Yelladakere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelladakere is 606193. The village covers a total geographical area of 5669.99 hectares and falls under the 577598 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Yelladakere 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 Yelladakere
As per Census 2011, Yelladakere village has a total population of 4,664 people, consisting of 2,364 males and 2,300 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 610 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,745 literate and 1,919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 784 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelladakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,664 | 2,364 | 2,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 278 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 199 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 386 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 2,745 | 1,551 | 1,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,919 | 813 | 1,106 |
Nearby Villages of Yelladakere
Yelladakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handiganadu | East | 4.38 km |
| Hindasakatte | North | 5.05 km |
| Halumadenahalli | South | 5.07 km |
| Haladyamenahalli | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Byaramadu | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Ulivinahal | South | 5.48 km |
| Layaradasarahalli | East | 6.09 km |
| Kasappanahalli | West | 6.74 km |
| Veeravvanagathihalli | East | 6.83 km |
| Iddalanagenahalli | North | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelladakere
Yelladakere 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 106.7 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 Yelladakere is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Yelladakere is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelladakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelladakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelladakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelladakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Yelladakere
Where is Yelladakere located?
Yelladakere village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelladakere?
Yelladakere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelladakere?
The pincode of Yelladakere is 577598.
What is the population of Yelladakere?
Yelladakere has a total population of 4,664, including 2,364 males and 2,300 females.
How many households are there in Yelladakere?
There are 864 households in Yelladakere.
What is the literacy rate in Yelladakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelladakere is 58.86%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 51.91%.