Chikkur

Chikkur is a village located in Arsikere taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Arsikere (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Bendekere is the gram panchayat of Chikkur village.

Chikkur 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 Chikkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikkur is 615669. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573103. Arsikere is nearest town to Chikkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikkur 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.

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Population of Chikkur

Below is a concise population overview of Chikkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,572 762 810
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 60 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 319 161 158
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,174 611 563
Illiterate Population 398 151 247

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikkur village:

  • The total population of Chikkur village is around 1,572, including approximately 762 males and 810 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Chikkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikkur village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikkur village is about 74.68%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 69.51%.
  • There are around 417 households in Chikkur village.

Connectivity of Chikkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikkur. As per the 2011 stats, Chikkur 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 Chikkur

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikkur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikkur

Where is Chikkur located?
Chikkur village is situated in Arsikere Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkur is Bendekere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikkur?
The pincode of Chikkur is 573103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikkur is 1,572, with 762 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Chikkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikkur village has a total of 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikkur is 74.68%. The male literacy rate is 80.18%, while the female literacy rate is 69.51%.