Neeralkod - Jevargi, Kalaburagi
Neeralkod is a village situated in the Jevargi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Jevargi and around 64 km from Gulbarga. Harnoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neeralkod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neeralkod is 620771. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.08 hectares and falls under the 585310 pincode. Jevargi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Neeralkod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jevargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Neeralkod
As per Census 2011, Neeralkod village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 431 males and 397 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neeralkod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 431 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 302 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 129 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Neeralkod
Neeralkod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanchinal S.sulekhan | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Heggnal | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Mutkod | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kasrbhosga | West | 4.05 km |
| Harnur | East | 4.13 km |
| Mavnoor | North | 4.14 km |
| Soan | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Ijeri | South | 5.84 km |
| Ravnoor | North-East | 6.03 km |
| Gobberwadgi | South-West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Neeralkod
Neeralkod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shahabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 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 Jevargi to Neeralkod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Neeralkod is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neeralkod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neeralkod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Neeralkod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neeralkod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Neeralkod
Where is Neeralkod located?
Neeralkod village is located in Jevargi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neeralkod?
The Gram Panchayat of Neeralkod is Harnoor.
What is the pincode of Neeralkod?
The pincode of Neeralkod is 585310.
What is the population of Neeralkod?
Neeralkod has a total population of 828, including 431 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Neeralkod?
There are 142 households in Neeralkod.
What is the literacy rate in Neeralkod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neeralkod is 58.70%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 46.35%.