Bommenahalli - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Bommenahalli is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Bidarakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bommenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bommenahalli is 605713. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.95 hectares and falls under the 577554 pincode. Hosadurga is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bommenahalli 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 Bommenahalli
As per Census 2011, Bommenahalli village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 453 males and 459 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bommenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 453 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 112 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 336 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 117 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Bommenahalli
Bommenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakkanahalli | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Channasamudra | West | 1.86 km |
| Chikkayagati | South | 2.22 km |
| Hebballi | East | 2.59 km |
| Veerapura Kaval | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Gundasamudra | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Kadivanakatte | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Mallapanahalli | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Arabagatta | West | 3.85 km |
| Nagarakatte | North-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bommenahalli
Bommenahalli 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 Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosadurga to Bommenahalli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Bommenahalli is about 67 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 Bommenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bommenahalli 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bommenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bommenahalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bommenahalli
Where is Bommenahalli located?
Bommenahalli village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bommenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bommenahalli is Bidarakere.
What is the pincode of Bommenahalli?
The pincode of Bommenahalli is 577554.
What is the population of Bommenahalli?
Bommenahalli has a total population of 912, including 453 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Bommenahalli?
There are 225 households in Bommenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bommenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bommenahalli is 65.79%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 57.52%.