Gandalu - Chiknayakanhalli, Tumakuru

Gandalu is a village situated in the Chiknayakanhalli taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from Chikkanayakanahalli and around 105 km from Tumkur. Ganadallu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandalu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandalu is 610112. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.9 hectares and falls under the 572218 pincode. Chiknayakanhalli is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.

Gandalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiknayakanhalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Gandalu

As per Census 2011, Gandalu village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 569 males and 605 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandalu are given below:

Nearby Villages of Gandalu

Gandalu 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Gandalu

Gandalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kardi, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiknayakanhalli to Gandalu is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Gandalu is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Gandalu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandalu village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Gandalu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandalu village are given below:

FAQs about Gandalu