Chickkbennur - Channagiri, Davanagere
Chickkbennur is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Belliganadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chickkbennur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chickkbennur is 606959. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.93 hectares and falls under the 577552 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chickkbennur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chickkbennur
As per Census 2011, Chickkbennur village has a total population of 757 people, consisting of 378 males and 379 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chickkbennur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 378 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 270 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 230 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 148 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Chickkbennur
Chickkbennur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gollarahalli | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Somanahalu | North | 1.88 km |
| Avalaghatta | West | 2.59 km |
| Chikkakogalur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Kakanur | South | 3.01 km |
| Santhebennur | East | 3.09 km |
| Channapura | West | 3.24 km |
| Chikkuda | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Belliganodu | North | 3.76 km |
| Kondadahalli | South | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chickkbennur
Chickkbennur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sasalu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Channagiri to Chickkbennur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Chickkbennur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chickkbennur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chickkbennur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chickkbennur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chickkbennur 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 Chickkbennur
Where is Chickkbennur located?
Chickkbennur village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chickkbennur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chickkbennur is Belliganadu.
What is the pincode of Chickkbennur?
The pincode of Chickkbennur is 577552.
What is the population of Chickkbennur?
Chickkbennur has a total population of 757, including 378 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Chickkbennur?
There are 159 households in Chickkbennur.
What is the literacy rate in Chickkbennur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chickkbennur is 53.90%. Male literacy is 60.85% and female literacy is 46.97%.