Giddanahalli - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Giddanahalli is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Talya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giddanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giddanahalli is 605809. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.74 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Giddanahalli 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 Giddanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Giddanahalli village had a total population of 500 people, including 269 males and 231 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.44%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 64.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 269 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 186 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 175 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 94 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Giddanahalli
Giddanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumminagatta | North | 2.44 km |
| Thanigekal | South | 2.47 km |
| Sevanagara | East | 2.82 km |
| Papenahalli | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Goolihatti | West | 3.34 km |
| Baragenahalli | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Doddagatta | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Ghattihosahalli | North | 4.67 km |
| Banasihalli | South | 5.24 km |
| Gundikere | North | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giddanahalli
Giddanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 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 Hosdurga to Giddanahalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Giddanahalli is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giddanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giddanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Giddanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giddanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Giddanahalli
Where is Giddanahalli located?
Giddanahalli village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giddanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Giddanahalli is Talya.
What is the pincode of Giddanahalli?
The pincode of Giddanahalli is 577527.
What is the population of Giddanahalli?
Giddanahalli had a total population of 500, including 269 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Giddanahalli?
Giddanahalli had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giddanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddanahalli was 70.44%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 64.04%.