Kerebilachi - Channagiri, Davanagere
Kerebilachi is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kerebilachi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerebilachi is 606972. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.87 hectares and falls under the 577218 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kerebilachi 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 Kerebilachi
As per Census 2011, Kerebilachi village has a total population of 9,754 people, consisting of 4,883 males and 4,871 females. The village has 1,753 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,310 literate and 2,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerebilachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,754 | 4,883 | 4,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,193 | 581 | 612 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 292 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 7,310 | 3,694 | 3,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,444 | 1,189 | 1,255 |
Nearby Villages of Kerebilachi
Kerebilachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somlapura | East | 1.71 km |
| Kashipura | North | 2.07 km |
| Sulekere | West | 2.13 km |
| Jakkali | East | 3.43 km |
| Siddapura | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Mallapura | North | 3.73 km |
| Hallimallapura | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Yakkegondi | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Kagathur | South | 4.57 km |
| Rudrapura | West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerebilachi
Kerebilachi 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 105.8 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 Kerebilachi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kerebilachi is about 40 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 Kerebilachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerebilachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kerebilachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerebilachi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kerebilachi
Where is Kerebilachi located?
Kerebilachi village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerebilachi?
Kerebilachi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerebilachi?
The pincode of Kerebilachi is 577218.
What is the population of Kerebilachi?
Kerebilachi has a total population of 9,754, including 4,883 males and 4,871 females.
How many households are there in Kerebilachi?
There are 1,753 households in Kerebilachi.
What is the literacy rate in Kerebilachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerebilachi is 74.94%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 74.24%.