Chickagonigere - Honnali, Davanagere
Chickagonigere is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiregonigere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chickagonigere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chickagonigere is 606779. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.18 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chickagonigere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Chickagonigere
According to the 2011 Census, Chickagonigere village had a total population of 876 people, including 444 males and 432 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.33%, with male literacy at 68.34% and female literacy at 51.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 589.
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 | 876 | 444 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 295 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 272 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 172 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Chickagonigere
Chickagonigere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotemallur | South | 1.92 km |
| Narasimhapura | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Balleshwara | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Hiregonigere | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Holeharalahalli | West | 3.15 km |
| Shankaranahalli | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Haraganahalli | North | 4.01 km |
| Hanumasagara | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Belimallur | South | 4.50 km |
| Konayakanahalli | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chickagonigere
Chickagonigere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 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 Chickagonigere is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Chickagonigere is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chickagonigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chickagonigere 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 Chickagonigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chickagonigere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chickagonigere
Where is Chickagonigere located?
Chickagonigere village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chickagonigere?
The Gram Panchayat of Chickagonigere is Hiregonigere.
What is the pincode of Chickagonigere?
The pincode of Chickagonigere is 577217.
What is the population of Chickagonigere?
Chickagonigere had a total population of 876, including 444 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Chickagonigere?
Chickagonigere had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chickagonigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chickagonigere was 60.33%. Male literacy was 68.34% and female literacy was 51.97%.