Chikkanellur
Chikkanellur is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Masuru is the gram panchayat of Chikkanellur village.
Chikkanellur has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Chikkanellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikkanellur is 607186. The village spans a total geographical area of 1604.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577401. Sagar is nearest town to Chikkanellur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikkanellur 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikkanellur
Population of Chikkanellur
Below is a concise population overview of Chikkanellur 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 | 2,114 | 1,052 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 103 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 767 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 285 | 473 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikkanellur village:
- The total population of Chikkanellur village is around 2,114, including approximately 1,052 males and 1,062 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Chikkanellur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikkanellur village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 61 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikkanellur village is about 64.14%, with male literacy at 72.91% and female literacy at 55.46%.
- There are around 492 households in Chikkanellur village.
Connectivity of Chikkanellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikkanellur. As per the 2011 stats, Chikkanellur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikkanellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikkanellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikkanellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikkanellur
- Where is Chikkanellur located?
- Chikkanellur village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikkanellur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikkanellur is Masuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikkanellur?
- The pincode of Chikkanellur is 577401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikkanellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikkanellur is 2,114, with 1,052 males and 1,062 females.
- How many households are there in Chikkanellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikkanellur village has a total of 492 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikkanellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikkanellur is 64.14%. The male literacy rate is 72.91%, while the female literacy rate is 55.46%.