Swamikere - Molakalmuru, Chitradurga
Swamikere is a village situated in the Molakalmuru taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Molakalmuru and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Thammenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swamikere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swamikere is 605148. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.27 hectares and falls under the 577540 pincode.
Swamikere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Swamikere
Swamikere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thammenahalli | North | 2.22 km |
| Murudi | South | 2.29 km |
| Sirekola | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Konapura | West | 3.28 km |
| Bommakkanahalli | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Rajapura | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Karadihalli | East | 3.83 km |
| Bommadevarahalli | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Lingamanahalli | North | 4.72 km |
| Hosanagalapura | South-East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Swamikere
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Swamikere. The nearest railway station is Somalapuram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chitradurga to Swamikere is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swamikere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swamikere 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 Swamikere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swamikere 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 Swamikere
Where is Swamikere located?
Swamikere village is located in Molakalmuru Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swamikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Swamikere is Thammenahalli.
What is the pincode of Swamikere?
The pincode of Swamikere is 577540.