Chikkotankal - Manvi, Raichur
Chikkotankal is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Chickkotnekal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkotankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkotankal is 601032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1245.99 hectares and falls under the 584143 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chikkotankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikkotankal
As per Census 2011, Chikkotankal village has a total population of 2,272 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,153 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 1,486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkotankal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,272 | 1,119 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 246 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,328 | 665 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 473 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,486 | 646 | 840 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkotankal
Chikkotankal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosur Umli | West | 2.18 km |
| Nalgamdinni | South | 2.23 km |
| Devipur | West | 3.73 km |
| Pannur Jagir | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Jutlapur | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Hire Kotankal | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Eralgaddi | West | 4.64 km |
| Kharabadinni | West | 5.42 km |
| Hulgunchi | South | 5.60 km |
| Gonwar | South | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkotankal
Chikkotankal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manvi to Chikkotankal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Chikkotankal is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkotankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkotankal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikkotankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkotankal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikkotankal
Where is Chikkotankal located?
Chikkotankal village is located in Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkotankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikkotankal is Chickkotnekal.
What is the pincode of Chikkotankal?
The pincode of Chikkotankal is 584143.
What is the population of Chikkotankal?
Chikkotankal has a total population of 2,272, including 1,119 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Chikkotankal?
There are 399 households in Chikkotankal.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkotankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkotankal is 34.60%. Male literacy is 42.27% and female literacy is 27.15%.