Athimage - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Athimage is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Attimagge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athimage village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athimage is 605936. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362.69 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Athimage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athimage
As per Census 2011, Athimage village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 1,127 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 1,036 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athimage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,139 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 177 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,302 | 663 | 639 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 706 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 433 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Athimage
Athimage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangavvanahalli | North | 2.94 km |
| Ramajjanahalli | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Masanihalli | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Kappagere | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Hullukatti | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Mallapura | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Arehalli | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Sodaranal | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Bevinahalli | East | 5.25 km |
| Hunavinadu | South-West | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athimage
Public transport in the Athimage 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 115.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Athimage is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Athimage is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athimage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athimage 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 Athimage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athimage 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Athimage
Where is Athimage located?
Athimage village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athimage?
The Gram Panchayat of Athimage is Attimagge.
What is the pincode of Athimage?
The pincode of Athimage is 577527.
What is the population of Athimage?
Athimage has a total population of 2,266, including 1,139 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Athimage?
There are 496 households in Athimage.
What is the literacy rate in Athimage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athimage is 54.28%. Male literacy is 61.98% and female literacy is 46.50%.