Thumbinakere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Thumbinakere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Hebballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thumbinakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumbinakere is 605823. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.39 hectares and falls under the 577533 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thumbinakere 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 Thumbinakere
As per Census 2011, Thumbinakere village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 144 males and 154 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumbinakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 144 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 33 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Thumbinakere
Thumbinakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagarakatte | West | 1.11 km |
| Beesanahalli | East | 2.28 km |
| Narayanagondanahalli | North | 2.28 km |
| Veerapura Kaval | West | 2.40 km |
| Herur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Hebballi | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Mavinakatte | East | 3.26 km |
| Kumbaragatte | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Uganekatte | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Gollarahalli | North-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumbinakere
Public transport in the Thumbinakere is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Thumbinakere is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Thumbinakere is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumbinakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumbinakere 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 Thumbinakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumbinakere 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 Thumbinakere
Where is Thumbinakere located?
Thumbinakere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumbinakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Thumbinakere is Hebballi.
What is the pincode of Thumbinakere?
The pincode of Thumbinakere is 577533.
What is the population of Thumbinakere?
Thumbinakere has a total population of 298, including 144 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Thumbinakere?
There are 69 households in Thumbinakere.
What is the literacy rate in Thumbinakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumbinakere is 68.46%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 60.39%.