Neeralkera - Lingasugur, Raichur
Neeralkera is a village situated in the Lingasugur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from Lingsugur and around 97 km from Raichur. Neeranakera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neeralkera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neeralkera is 600424. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.45 hectares and falls under the 584122 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Neeralkera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Neeralkera
As per Census 2011, Neeralkera village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 1,043 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,159 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neeralkera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,039 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 149 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 195 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 717 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 322 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Neeralkera
Neeralkera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Margatnal | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Adavibhavi | East | 2.63 km |
| Eachanhal | North | 2.68 km |
| Kesarhatti | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Chitranhal | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Bhupur | South | 4.50 km |
| Mavinbhavi | South | 4.77 km |
| Toral Benchi | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Kallilingsugur | South-East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Neeralkera
Neeralkera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudala Sangam, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 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 Lingsugur to Neeralkera is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Neeralkera is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neeralkera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neeralkera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Neeralkera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neeralkera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Neeralkera
Where is Neeralkera located?
Neeralkera village is located in Lingasugur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neeralkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Neeralkera is Neeranakera.
What is the pincode of Neeralkera?
The pincode of Neeralkera is 584122.
What is the population of Neeralkera?
Neeralkera has a total population of 2,082, including 1,039 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Neeralkera?
There are 366 households in Neeralkera.
What is the literacy rate in Neeralkera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neeralkera is 55.67%. Male literacy is 69.01% and female literacy is 42.38%.