Chilkunda
Chilkunda is a village located in Hunsur taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Hunsur (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Chilkunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chilkunda unique in its vibrant Hunsur-Mysore region. You’ll see Chilkunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chilkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilkunda is 618336. The village spans a total geographical area of 1047.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571105. Piriyapatna is nearest town to Chilkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chilkunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hunsur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chilkunda
Population of Chilkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Chilkunda has a total population of about 3,049, with approximately 1,587 males and 1,462 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 315 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 686 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.33%, with male literacy at about 69.75% and female literacy near 56.36%. There are around 726 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilkunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,049 | 1,587 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 376 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,931 | 1,107 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 480 | 638 |
Connectivity of Chilkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Chilkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilkunda
- Where is Chilkunda located?
- Chilkunda village is situated in Hunsur Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilkunda?
- Chilkunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chilkunda?
- The pincode of Chilkunda is 571105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilkunda is 3,049, with 1,587 males and 1,462 females.
- How many households are there in Chilkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilkunda village has a total of 726 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilkunda is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 56.36%.