Kanivebilchi - Channagiri, Davanagere
Kanivebilchi is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kanivebilachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanivebilchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanivebilchi is 606914. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.51 hectares and falls under the 577231 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kanivebilchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mayakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanivebilchi
As per Census 2011, Kanivebilchi village has a total population of 2,355 people, consisting of 1,204 males and 1,151 females. The village has 579 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,547 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanivebilchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,355 | 1,204 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 129 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 307 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 830 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 374 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Kanivebilchi
Kanivebilchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pillankatte | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Ramasagara | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Kamsagara | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Vylipura | West | 2.40 km |
| Yakkegondi | East | 2.65 km |
| Hirekurubarahalli | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Veerapura | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Mohidinpura | South | 2.95 km |
| Byrapura | East | 3.08 km |
| Uduva | North-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanivebilchi
Kanivebilchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanumanahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 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 Honnali to Kanivebilchi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kanivebilchi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanivebilchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanivebilchi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanivebilchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanivebilchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kanivebilchi
Where is Kanivebilchi located?
Kanivebilchi village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanivebilchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanivebilchi is Kanivebilachi.
What is the pincode of Kanivebilchi?
The pincode of Kanivebilchi is 577231.
What is the population of Kanivebilchi?
Kanivebilchi has a total population of 2,355, including 1,204 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Kanivebilchi?
There are 579 households in Kanivebilchi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanivebilchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanivebilchi is 65.69%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 62.29%.