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.
Chilkunda has its own place in the vibrant Mysore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chilkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilkunda village:
- The total population of Chilkunda village is around 3,049, including approximately 1,587 males and 1,462 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 315 children aged 0–6 years in Chilkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilkunda village has 686 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilkunda village is about 63.33%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 56.36%.
- There are around 726 households in Chilkunda village.
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%.