Bommanakatte - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Bommanakatte is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Viswanathanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bommanakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bommanakatte is 605748. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.26 hectares and falls under the 577526 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bommanakatte 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 Bommanakatte
As per Census 2011, Bommanakatte village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 756 males and 727 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bommanakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 756 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 291 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 343 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 477 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 279 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Bommanakatte
Bommanakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunderi Kaval | West | 1.47 km |
| Hanumanahalli Kaval | South | 2.07 km |
| Lokadolalu | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Thirumalapura | South | 2.76 km |
| Hunasepanche | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Gunderi | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Edehalli | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Holalkere (rural) | North | 4.01 km |
| Kudineerakatti | North | 4.08 km |
| Dodderikatti | South | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bommanakatte
Public transport in the Bommanakatte is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nulemuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Bommanakatte is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Bommanakatte 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 Bommanakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bommanakatte 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 Bommanakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bommanakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bommanakatte
Where is Bommanakatte located?
Bommanakatte village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bommanakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Bommanakatte is Viswanathanahalli.
What is the pincode of Bommanakatte?
The pincode of Bommanakatte is 577526.
What is the population of Bommanakatte?
Bommanakatte has a total population of 1,483, including 756 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Bommanakatte?
There are 341 households in Bommanakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Bommanakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bommanakatte is 56.44%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 49.52%.