Chikkagandsi - Arsikere, Hassan
Chikkagandsi is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Heggatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkagandsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkagandsi is 615800. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.71 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chikkagandsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikkagandsi
As per Census 2011, Chikkagandsi village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 409 males and 413 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkagandsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 409 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 318 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 91 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkagandsi
Chikkagandsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasenahalli | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Gandasi | South | 1.87 km |
| Bachenahalli | North | 1.95 km |
| Heggatta | East | 2.43 km |
| Borehalli | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kammaraghatta | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Gundakallahalli | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Huragalavadi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Jogenahalli | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Jeekanahalli | North-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkagandsi
Chikkagandsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Habanghata, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Chikkagandsi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Chikkagandsi is about 36 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 Chikkagandsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkagandsi 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 Chikkagandsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkagandsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chikkagandsi
Where is Chikkagandsi located?
Chikkagandsi village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkagandsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkagandsi is Heggatta.
What is the pincode of Chikkagandsi?
The pincode of Chikkagandsi is 573119.
What is the population of Chikkagandsi?
Chikkagandsi has a total population of 822, including 409 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Chikkagandsi?
There are 200 households in Chikkagandsi.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkagandsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkagandsi is 68.98%. Male literacy is 77.75% and female literacy is 60.29%.