Chibidre - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Chibidre is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Charmadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chibidre village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chibidre is 617675. The village covers a total geographical area of 2602.63 hectares and falls under the 574228 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chibidre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chibidre
As per Census 2011, Chibidre village has a total population of 2,372 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,160 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,757 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chibidre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,372 | 1,212 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,757 | 975 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 237 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Chibidre
Chibidre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thotathadi | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Kalamanja | West | 3.78 km |
| Mundaje | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Dharmasthala | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Puduvettu | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Kanyady | North-West | 7.76 km |
| Ujire | West | 7.84 km |
| Kadirudyavara | North | 8.56 km |
| Neriya | East | 9.01 km |
| Indabettu | North-West | 9.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chibidre
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chibidre. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Chibidre is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Chibidre is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chibidre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chibidre 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chibidre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chibidre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chibidre
Where is Chibidre located?
Chibidre village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chibidre?
The Gram Panchayat of Chibidre is Charmadi.
What is the pincode of Chibidre?
The pincode of Chibidre is 574228.
What is the population of Chibidre?
Chibidre has a total population of 2,372, including 1,212 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Chibidre?
There are 462 households in Chibidre.
What is the literacy rate in Chibidre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chibidre is 74.07%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 67.41%.