Chikkalkur - Arsikere, Hassan
Chikkalkur is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Jayachamarajapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkalkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkalkur is 615652. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.7 hectares and falls under the 573126 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chikkalkur 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 Chikkalkur
As per Census 2011, Chikkalkur village has a total population of 887 people, consisting of 449 males and 438 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkalkur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkalkur
Chikkalkur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayachamarajapura | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Singenahalli | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Doddaghatta | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Holalakere | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Haralakatta | North | 2.87 km |
| Nagavedi | West | 2.97 km |
| Basavanahalli | East | 3.04 km |
| Kyathanahalli | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Yarigenahalli | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Nehru Nagar | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkalkur
Chikkalkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Chikkalkur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Chikkalkur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkalkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkalkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikkalkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkalkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikkalkur
Where is Chikkalkur located?
Chikkalkur village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkalkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkalkur is Jayachamarajapura.
What is the pincode of Chikkalkur?
The pincode of Chikkalkur is 573126.
What is the population of Chikkalkur?
Chikkalkur has a total population of 887, including 449 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Chikkalkur?
There are 212 households in Chikkalkur.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkalkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkalkur is 80.05%. Male literacy is 84.41% and female literacy is 75.57%.