Tumbinakere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Tumbinakere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Kabbala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumbinakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumbinakere is 605953. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.77 hectares and falls under the 577597 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tumbinakere 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 Tumbinakere
As per Census 2011, Tumbinakere village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 231 males and 248 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumbinakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 231 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 119 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 143 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Tumbinakere
Tumbinakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thonechenahalli | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Malappanahalli | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Krishnapura | South | 2.41 km |
| Somasandra | East | 2.86 km |
| Aralahalli | North | 2.87 km |
| Kainadu | East | 3.19 km |
| Kabbala | West | 3.33 km |
| Kalkere | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Yadagatta | South | 3.97 km |
| Naigere | South-East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tumbinakere
Tumbinakere 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 Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.4 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 Tumbinakere is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Tumbinakere is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumbinakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumbinakere 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tumbinakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumbinakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tumbinakere
Where is Tumbinakere located?
Tumbinakere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumbinakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumbinakere is Kabbala.
What is the pincode of Tumbinakere?
The pincode of Tumbinakere is 577597.
What is the population of Tumbinakere?
Tumbinakere has a total population of 479, including 231 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Tumbinakere?
There are 88 households in Tumbinakere.
What is the literacy rate in Tumbinakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumbinakere is 53.65%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 45.97%.