Lakkihalli - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Lakkihalli is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Lakkihalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkihalli is 605918. The village covers a total geographical area of 5883.33 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lakkihalli 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 Lakkihalli
As per Census 2011, Lakkihalli village has a total population of 3,643 people, consisting of 1,862 males and 1,781 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,907 literate and 1,736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,068 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkihalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,643 | 1,862 | 1,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 263 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 229 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,068 | 516 | 552 |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,047 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,736 | 815 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkihalli
Lakkihalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingadevarahalli | West | 3.93 km |
| Bharamagiri | East | 5.50 km |
| Sannakittadahalli | West | 5.65 km |
| Gudihalli | East | 5.92 km |
| Gownahalli | North-East | 6.13 km |
| Seeranakatte | South | 6.26 km |
| Shankaranahalli | West | 6.64 km |
| Gulihosahalli | North-West | 6.76 km |
| Hanumanahalli | West | 6.86 km |
| Kenkere | South-West | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkihalli
Lakkihalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddasiddavanha, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.3 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 Lakkihalli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Lakkihalli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkihalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkihalli
Where is Lakkihalli located?
Lakkihalli village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkihalli?
Lakkihalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkihalli?
The pincode of Lakkihalli is 577527.
What is the population of Lakkihalli?
Lakkihalli has a total population of 3,643, including 1,862 males and 1,781 females.
How many households are there in Lakkihalli?
There are 810 households in Lakkihalli.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkihalli is 52.35%. Male literacy is 56.23% and female literacy is 48.29%.