Neeragunda - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Neeragunda is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Sanihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neeragunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neeragunda is 605877. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027.04 hectares and falls under the 577515 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Neeragunda 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 Neeragunda
As per Census 2011, Neeragunda village has a total population of 1,570 people, consisting of 783 males and 787 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 919 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neeragunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,570 | 783 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 80 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 514 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 269 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Neeragunda
Neeragunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marabagatta | South | 2.42 km |
| Hurulihalli | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Peelapura | East | 3.19 km |
| Neeragunda Kaval | North | 3.49 km |
| Malali | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Kondajji | South | 3.67 km |
| Sanihalli | West | 3.83 km |
| Settyhalli | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Thippajjanahalli | South | 4.25 km |
| Palyadahalli | North | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Neeragunda
Neeragunda 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 124.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hosdurga to Neeragunda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Neeragunda is about 75 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 Neeragunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neeragunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Neeragunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neeragunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Neeragunda
Where is Neeragunda located?
Neeragunda village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neeragunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Neeragunda is Sanihalli.
What is the pincode of Neeragunda?
The pincode of Neeragunda is 577515.
What is the population of Neeragunda?
Neeragunda has a total population of 1,570, including 783 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Neeragunda?
There are 358 households in Neeragunda.
What is the literacy rate in Neeragunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neeragunda is 58.54%. Male literacy is 65.64% and female literacy is 51.46%.