Thodranal - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Thodranal is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. T.nulenur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thodranal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thodranal is 605760. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.43 hectares and falls under the 577557 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Thodranal 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 Thodranal
As per Census 2011, Thodranal village has a total population of 1,326 people, consisting of 679 males and 647 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thodranal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,326 | 679 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 187 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 514 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 165 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Thodranal
Thodranal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingadahalli | North-West | 1.64 km |
| T. Nulenur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Amruthapura | West | 2.42 km |
| Gowripura | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Singapura | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Kashipura | West | 3.52 km |
| Chitrahalli | South | 3.55 km |
| Kondapura | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Kannenahalli | West | 4.44 km |
| Banjagondanahalli | South-East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thodranal
Thodranal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amritapura, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Holalkere to Thodranal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Thodranal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thodranal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thodranal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thodranal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thodranal 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 Thodranal
Where is Thodranal located?
Thodranal village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thodranal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thodranal is T.nulenur.
What is the pincode of Thodranal?
The pincode of Thodranal is 577557.
What is the population of Thodranal?
Thodranal has a total population of 1,326, including 679 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Thodranal?
There are 323 households in Thodranal.
What is the literacy rate in Thodranal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thodranal is 66.82%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 57.50%.