Chikkaganni - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Chikkaganni is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Nallur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkaganni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkaganni is 617183. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.47 hectares and falls under the 573116 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chikkaganni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikkaganni
As per Census 2011, Chikkaganni village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 345 males and 371 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkaganni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 345 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 260 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 85 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkaganni
Chikkaganni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkaganni
Chikkaganni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chikkaganni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Chikkaganni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Chikkaganni is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkaganni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkaganni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikkaganni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkaganni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikkaganni
Where is Chikkaganni located?
Chikkaganni village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkaganni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkaganni is Nallur.
What is the pincode of Chikkaganni?
The pincode of Chikkaganni is 573116.
What is the population of Chikkaganni?
Chikkaganni has a total population of 716, including 345 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Chikkaganni?
There are 178 households in Chikkaganni.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkaganni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkaganni is 64.80%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 54.99%.