Chikmyageri - Yelbarga, Koppal
Chikmyageri is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Chikkamyageri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikmyageri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikmyageri is 601313. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895.11 hectares and falls under the 583236 pincode. Yelbarga is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chikmyageri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikmyageri
As per Census 2011, Chikmyageri village has a total population of 3,417 people, consisting of 1,771 males and 1,646 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,768 literate and 1,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikmyageri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,417 | 1,771 | 1,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 254 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 406 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,768 | 1,103 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 668 | 981 |
Nearby Villages of Chikmyageri
Chikmyageri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakmangule | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Kudgunti | West | 3.18 km |
| Gedigera | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Guttur | East | 4.84 km |
| Ryavanki | South | 4.98 km |
| Hulegudda | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Budgumpi | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Balapur | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Vangera | South-East | 5.52 km |
| Talur | North | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikmyageri
Chikmyageri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Yelbarga to Chikmyageri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Chikmyageri is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikmyageri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikmyageri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikmyageri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikmyageri 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikmyageri
Where is Chikmyageri located?
Chikmyageri village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikmyageri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikmyageri is Chikkamyageri.
What is the pincode of Chikmyageri?
The pincode of Chikmyageri is 583236.
What is the population of Chikmyageri?
Chikmyageri has a total population of 3,417, including 1,771 males and 1,646 females.
How many households are there in Chikmyageri?
There are 668 households in Chikmyageri.
What is the literacy rate in Chikmyageri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikmyageri is 51.74%. Male literacy is 62.28% and female literacy is 40.40%.