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.
Here you can discover what makes Chikkalkur unique in its vibrant Arsikere-Hassan region. You’ll see Chikkalkur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Chikkalkur has a total population of about 887, with approximately 449 males and 438 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.05%, with male literacy at about 84.41% and female literacy near 75.57%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikkalkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.