Settikere - Chiknayakanhalli, Tumakuru

Settikere is a village situated in the Chiknayakanhalli taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from Chikkanayakanahalli and around 68 km from Tumkur. Shettikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Settikere village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Settikere is 610236. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.92 hectares and falls under the 572226 pincode. Chiknayakanhalli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.

Settikere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Settikere

According to the 2011 Census, Settikere village had a total population of 3,158 people, including 1,563 males and 1,595 females, living in 857 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.95%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Settikere

Settikere 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 Settikere

Settikere 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 95.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiknayakanhalli to Settikere is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Settikere is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Settikere

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

Health Facilities in Settikere

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

FAQs about Settikere