Chikkamalalavadi - Kunigal, Tumakuru

Chikkamalalavadi is a village situated in the Kunigal taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Kunigal and around 30 km from Tumkur. Taredkuppa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikkamalalavadi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkamalalavadi is 612503. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.18 hectares and falls under the 572120 pincode. Kunigal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

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

Population of Chikkamalalavadi

According to the 2011 Census, Chikkamalalavadi village had a total population of 1,093 people, including 554 males and 539 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.17%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 53.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.

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

Category Total Male Female
Total Population1,093554539
Child Population (0–6 yrs)803743
Scheduled Castes (SC)472423
Scheduled Tribes (ST)963
Literate Population650384266
Illiterate Population443170273

Nearby Villages of Chikkamalalavadi

Chikkamalalavadi 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
Chikkamalalavadi ChathurbagaEast0.80 km
HalugonahalliSouth-West1.51 km
KalkereNorth1.82 km
TaredakuppeSouth-East2.33 km
VoddarakuppeSouth2.50 km
SangalapuraNorth-East2.50 km
DoddamalalavadiWest2.62 km
RamanahalliNorth2.76 km
BaktharahalliSouth-West3.53 km
KamanahalliWest3.66 km

Transport and Connectivity of Chikkamalalavadi

Public transport in the Chikkamalalavadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallasandra, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationYesAvailable within village

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunigal to Chikkamalalavadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Chikkamalalavadi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chikkamalalavadi

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

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Chikkamalalavadi

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

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Chikkamalalavadi

Where is Chikkamalalavadi located?

Chikkamalalavadi village is located in Kunigal Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Chikkamalalavadi?

The Gram Panchayat of Chikkamalalavadi is Taredkuppa.

What is the pincode of Chikkamalalavadi?

The pincode of Chikkamalalavadi is 572120.

What is the population of Chikkamalalavadi?

Chikkamalalavadi had a total population of 1,093, including 554 males and 539 females.

How many households are there in Chikkamalalavadi?

Chikkamalalavadi had 256 households.

What is the literacy rate in Chikkamalalavadi?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkamalalavadi was 64.17%. Male literacy was 74.27% and female literacy was 53.63%.