Bunkaldoddi - Devadurga, Raichur
Bunkaldoddi is a village situated in the Devadurga taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devadurga and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Chinchodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bunkaldoddi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bunkaldoddi is 600537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1731.87 hectares and falls under the 584116 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bunkaldoddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bunkaldoddi
As per Census 2011, Bunkaldoddi village has a total population of 2,750 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,412 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 1,857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bunkaldoddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,750 | 1,338 | 1,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 238 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,178 | 580 | 598 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 556 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 782 | 1,075 |
Nearby Villages of Bunkaldoddi
Bunkaldoddi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bassapur | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Chinchodi | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Veergot | West | 3.52 km |
| Pai Doddi | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Tinthni | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Dadlapur | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Aralhalli | North | 4.60 km |
| Yergudda | East | 4.78 km |
| Yarjanti | South | 5.08 km |
| Hosur Siddapur | East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bunkaldoddi
Bunkaldoddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lingiri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devadurga to Bunkaldoddi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Bunkaldoddi is about 87 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 Bunkaldoddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bunkaldoddi 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 Bunkaldoddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bunkaldoddi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bunkaldoddi
Where is Bunkaldoddi located?
Bunkaldoddi village is located in Devadurga Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bunkaldoddi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bunkaldoddi is Chinchodi.
What is the pincode of Bunkaldoddi?
The pincode of Bunkaldoddi is 584116.
What is the population of Bunkaldoddi?
Bunkaldoddi has a total population of 2,750, including 1,338 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Bunkaldoddi?
There are 470 households in Bunkaldoddi.
What is the literacy rate in Bunkaldoddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bunkaldoddi is 32.47%. Male literacy is 41.55% and female literacy is 23.87%.