Channambapura - Honnali, Davanagere
Channambapura is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hunsagatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channambapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channambapura is 606872. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.44 hectares and falls under the 577243 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Channambapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channambapura
According to the 2011 Census, Channambapura village had a total population of 565 people, including 275 males and 290 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.75%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 77.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 275 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 221 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 54 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Channambapura
Channambapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunsagatta | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Jalikatte | North | 2.01 km |
| Kurubaravittalapura | South | 2.26 km |
| Lingapura | West | 2.31 km |
| Hanagavadi | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Hosahalli | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Kyasainakere | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Nimbegondi | South | 3.44 km |
| Kulagatte | North | 4.19 km |
| Bommenahalli | North-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Channambapura
Channambapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shimoga Bidare, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Channambapura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Channambapura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channambapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channambapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Channambapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channambapura 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 Channambapura
Where is Channambapura located?
Channambapura village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Channambapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Channambapura is Hunsagatta.
What is the pincode of Channambapura?
The pincode of Channambapura is 577243.
What is the population of Channambapura?
Channambapura had a total population of 565, including 275 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Channambapura?
Channambapura had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channambapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channambapura was 82.75%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 77.15%.