B.Durga - Holalkere, Chitradurga
B.Durga is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. B.Durga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of B.Durga is 605639. The village covers a total geographical area of 1123.28 hectares and falls under the 577518 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
B.Durga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of B.Durga
As per Census 2011, B.Durga village has a total population of 2,199 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 1,107 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,578 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 505 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for B.Durga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,092 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 140 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 505 | 251 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 856 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 236 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of B.Durga
B.Durga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasalu | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Kallavvanagathihalli | East | 2.57 km |
| Rangavvanahalli | South | 2.61 km |
| Muthugaduru | North | 3.45 km |
| Iyyanahalli Kaval | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Iyyanahalli | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Tyagadahalli | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Gunjiganur | South | 4.09 km |
| Sringeri-hanumanahalli | South | 4.29 km |
| Davanahalli | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of B.Durga
B.Durga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sasalu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to B.Durga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to B.Durga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in B.Durga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for B.Durga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in B.Durga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving B.Durga 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about B.Durga
Where is B.Durga located?
B.Durga village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of B.Durga?
B.Durga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of B.Durga?
The pincode of B.Durga is 577518.
What is the population of B.Durga?
B.Durga has a total population of 2,199, including 1,092 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in B.Durga?
There are 522 households in B.Durga.
What is the literacy rate in B.Durga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of B.Durga is 71.76%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 65.22%.