Chikkabasur - Honnali, Davanagere
Chikkabasur is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Benakanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkabasur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkabasur is 606851. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.19 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chikkabasur 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 Chikkabasur
As per Census 2011, Chikkabasur village has a total population of 397 people, consisting of 210 males and 187 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkabasur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 210 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 181 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkabasur
Chikkabasur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ujjanipura | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Bidaragadde | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Vijayapura | East | 2.08 km |
| Beeragondanahalli | West | 2.35 km |
| Sadashivapura | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Hirebasur | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Hottyapura | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Kammaragatte | North | 3.05 km |
| Benakanahalli | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Holemadapura | North-West | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkabasur
Chikkabasur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Chikkabasur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Chikkabasur 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 Chikkabasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkabasur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chikkabasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkabasur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikkabasur
Where is Chikkabasur located?
Chikkabasur village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkabasur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkabasur is Benakanahalli.
What is the pincode of Chikkabasur?
The pincode of Chikkabasur is 577224.
What is the population of Chikkabasur?
Chikkabasur has a total population of 397, including 210 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Chikkabasur?
There are 86 households in Chikkabasur.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkabasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkabasur is 79.60%. Male literacy is 86.19% and female literacy is 72.19%.