Polakpalli - Chincholi, Kalaburagi
Polakpalli is a village situated in the Chincholi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from Chincholi and around 88 km from Gulbarga. Poulkpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polakpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polakpalli is 620396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.58 hectares and falls under the 585305 pincode. Chincholi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Polakpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chincholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polakpalli
As per Census 2011, Polakpalli village has a total population of 3,112 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,595 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 1,538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polakpalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,112 | 1,517 | 1,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 214 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,298 | 625 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 75 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 910 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,538 | 607 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Polakpalli
Polakpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganganpalli | South | 3.00 km |
| Chincholi | North | 3.25 km |
| Anwar | West | 3.33 km |
| Kalbhavi | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Pardarmotakpalli | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Somlingadhalli | East | 4.77 km |
| Chincholi [r] | North | 4.85 km |
| Chikkalingadhalli | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Bhaktampalli | South | 4.91 km |
| Kallur Road | South-East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polakpalli
Polakpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawandgi, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chincholi to Polakpalli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Polakpalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polakpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polakpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polakpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polakpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Polakpalli
Where is Polakpalli located?
Polakpalli village is located in Chincholi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polakpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Polakpalli is Poulkpalli.
What is the pincode of Polakpalli?
The pincode of Polakpalli is 585305.
What is the population of Polakpalli?
Polakpalli has a total population of 3,112, including 1,517 males and 1,595 females.
How many households are there in Polakpalli?
There are 601 households in Polakpalli.
What is the literacy rate in Polakpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polakpalli is 50.58%. Male literacy is 59.99% and female literacy is 41.63%.