Vaderahalli - Molakalmuru, Chitradurga
Vaderahalli is a village situated in the Molakalmuru taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Molakalmuru and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaderahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaderahalli is 605173. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273.3 hectares and falls under the 577540 pincode. Molakalmuru is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Vaderahalli 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.
Population of Vaderahalli
As per Census 2011, Vaderahalli village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 205 males and 199 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaderahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 205 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 129 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 76 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Vaderahalli
Vaderahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosahalli | North | 3.10 km |
| Chikkanahalli | South | 3.42 km |
| Jambalamalki | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Dadaguru | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Jahagirbuddenahalli | North | 4.66 km |
| Basapura | East | 4.89 km |
| Rampura | East | 5.13 km |
| Sanjeevarayanakote | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Mahadevarapura | West | 5.85 km |
| Gowrasamudra | South-East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaderahalli
Vaderahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Somalapuram, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Molakalmuru to Vaderahalli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Vaderahalli is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaderahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaderahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaderahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaderahalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vaderahalli
Where is Vaderahalli located?
Vaderahalli village is located in Molakalmuru Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaderahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaderahalli is Rampura.
What is the pincode of Vaderahalli?
The pincode of Vaderahalli is 577540.
What is the population of Vaderahalli?
Vaderahalli has a total population of 404, including 205 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Vaderahalli?
There are 66 households in Vaderahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Vaderahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaderahalli is 55.20%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 47.24%.