Chikkur - Arsikere, Hassan
Chikkur is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Bendekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkur is 615669. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.81 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chikkur 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 Chikkur
As per Census 2011, Chikkur village has a total population of 1,572 people, consisting of 762 males and 810 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,174 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 611 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 151 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkur
Chikkur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Layalapura | North | 1.67 km |
| Devagondanahalli | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Sankodanahalli | South | 1.89 km |
| Bisalehalli | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Hiriyur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kallanaikanahalli | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Thimmappainahalli | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Yadapura | South | 3.34 km |
| Thimmasettihalli | West | 3.42 km |
| Hariharapura | North-West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkur
Public transport in the Chikkur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Chikkur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Chikkur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chikkur
Where is Chikkur located?
Chikkur village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkur is Bendekere.
What is the pincode of Chikkur?
The pincode of Chikkur is 573103.
What is the population of Chikkur?
Chikkur has a total population of 1,572, including 762 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Chikkur?
There are 417 households in Chikkur.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkur is 74.68%. Male literacy is 80.18% and female literacy is 69.51%.