Chikka-Ujjini Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Chikka-Ujjini is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kyasenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikka-Ujjini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikka-Ujjini is 606406. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.28 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chikka-Ujjini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikka-Ujjini
As per Census 2011, Chikka-Ujjini village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 738 males and 735 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikka-Ujjini are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 738 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 68 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 473 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 265 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Chikka-Ujjini
Chikka-Ujjini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thumbinakatte | South | 2.53 km |
| Gadimakunte | West | 2.65 km |
| Medakerihalli | South | 3.56 km |
| Marikatte | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Mangapura | North | 4.26 km |
| Gopalapura | West | 4.53 km |
| Venkatapura | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Nimbalageri | East | 4.76 km |
| Gowripura | South | 4.83 km |
| Yaramallanahalli | South-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikka-Ujjini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chikka-Ujjini. The nearest railway station is Kotturu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Chikka-Ujjini is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Chikka-Ujjini is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikka-Ujjini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikka-Ujjini 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikka-Ujjini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikka-Ujjini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikka-Ujjini
Where is Chikka-Ujjini located?
Chikka-Ujjini village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikka-Ujjini?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikka-Ujjini is Kyasenahalli.
What is the pincode of Chikka-Ujjini?
The pincode of Chikka-Ujjini is 577528.
What is the population of Chikka-Ujjini?
Chikka-Ujjini has a total population of 1,473, including 738 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Chikka-Ujjini?
There are 276 households in Chikka-Ujjini.
What is the literacy rate in Chikka-Ujjini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikka-Ujjini is 55.67%. Male literacy is 64.09% and female literacy is 47.21%.