Kappagere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Kappagere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Hunuvinadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kappagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kappagere is 605871. The village covers a total geographical area of 1341.81 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kappagere 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 Kappagere
As per Census 2011, Kappagere village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,016 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,193 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kappagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,115 | 1,099 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 471 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 693 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 406 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Kappagere
Kappagere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodaranal | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bommenahalli | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Jogammanahalli | South | 2.74 km |
| Hunavinadu | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Kurubarahalli | West | 3.93 km |
| Lingadhahalli | South | 3.95 km |
| Attigatta | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Thippenahalli | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Dalavaihalli | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Arehalli | East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kappagere
Kappagere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 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 Kappagere is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kappagere is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kappagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kappagere 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 Kappagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kappagere 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 Kappagere
Where is Kappagere located?
Kappagere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kappagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Kappagere is Hunuvinadu.
What is the pincode of Kappagere?
The pincode of Kappagere is 577527.
What is the population of Kappagere?
Kappagere has a total population of 2,115, including 1,099 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Kappagere?
There are 423 households in Kappagere.
What is the literacy rate in Kappagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kappagere is 56.41%. Male literacy is 63.06% and female literacy is 49.21%.