Kumaranahalli - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Kumaranahalli is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Tekalavatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumaranahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumaranahalli is 605798. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.1 hectares and falls under the 577557 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kumaranahalli 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 Kumaranahalli
As per Census 2011, Kumaranahalli village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 266 males and 245 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumaranahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 266 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 123 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 143 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Kumaranahalli
Kumaranahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantamaranahalli | West | 1.60 km |
| Kereyagalahalli | West | 2.46 km |
| Gulihosahalli | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Kolalu | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Muligeranahalli | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Tekalavatti | North | 4.56 km |
| Lingadevarahalli | South | 5.10 km |
| Chowdagondanahalli | West | 5.48 km |
| Upparigenahalli | West | 5.51 km |
| Shankaranahalli | South-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kumaranahalli
Kumaranahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Amritapura, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Kumaranahalli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kumaranahalli is about 40 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 Kumaranahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumaranahalli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumaranahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumaranahalli 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 Kumaranahalli
Where is Kumaranahalli located?
Kumaranahalli village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumaranahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumaranahalli is Tekalavatti.
What is the pincode of Kumaranahalli?
The pincode of Kumaranahalli is 577557.
What is the population of Kumaranahalli?
Kumaranahalli has a total population of 511, including 266 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Kumaranahalli?
There are 101 households in Kumaranahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kumaranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumaranahalli is 41.88%. Male literacy is 46.24% and female literacy is 37.14%.