Holalkere (Rural) - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Holalkere (Rural) is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Gunderi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holalkere (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holalkere (Rural) is 605740. The village covers a total geographical area of 2574.24 hectares and falls under the 577526 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Holalkere (Rural) 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 Holalkere (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Holalkere (Rural) village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 393 males and 392 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 784 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holalkere (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 393 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 784 | 393 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 260 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 133 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Holalkere (Rural)
Holalkere (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudineerakatti | East | 2.52 km |
| Amanahal | West | 3.02 km |
| Cheeranahalli | North | 3.34 km |
| Gunderi Kaval | South | 3.38 km |
| Kamasamudra | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Bommanakatte | South | 4.01 km |
| Malkapura | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Hunasepanche | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Chatnahalli | North | 4.73 km |
| Arehalli | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holalkere (Rural)
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Holalkere (Rural). The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Holalkere (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Holalkere (Rural) 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 Holalkere (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holalkere (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Holalkere (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holalkere (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Holalkere (Rural)
Where is Holalkere (Rural) located?
Holalkere (Rural) village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holalkere (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Holalkere (Rural) is Gunderi.
What is the pincode of Holalkere (Rural)?
The pincode of Holalkere (Rural) is 577526.
What is the population of Holalkere (Rural)?
Holalkere (Rural) has a total population of 785, including 393 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Holalkere (Rural)?
There are 170 households in Holalkere (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Holalkere (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holalkere (Rural) is 59.62%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 53.06%.