Chikkalkur
Chikkalkur is a village located in Arsikere taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Arsikere (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Jayachamarajapura is the gram panchayat of Chikkalkur village.
Chikkalkur has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chikkalkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikkalkur is 615652. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573126. Arsikere is nearest town to Chikkalkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikkalkur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikkalkur
Population of Chikkalkur
Below is a concise population overview of Chikkalkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 449 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 379 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 70 | 107 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikkalkur village:
- The total population of Chikkalkur village is around 887, including approximately 449 males and 438 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Chikkalkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikkalkur village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikkalkur village is about 80.05%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 75.57%.
- There are around 212 households in Chikkalkur village.
Connectivity of Chikkalkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikkalkur. As per the 2011 stats, Chikkalkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikkalkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikkalkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikkalkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikkalkur
- Where is Chikkalkur located?
- Chikkalkur village is situated in Arsikere Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikkalkur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikkalkur is Jayachamarajapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikkalkur?
- The pincode of Chikkalkur is 573126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikkalkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikkalkur is 887, with 449 males and 438 females.
- How many households are there in Chikkalkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikkalkur village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikkalkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikkalkur is 80.05%. The male literacy rate is 84.41%, while the female literacy rate is 75.57%.