Chickbevanur - Indi, Vijayapura
Chickbevanur is a village situated in the Indi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Indi and around 56 km from Bijapur. Chikkabevanur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chickbevanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chickbevanur is 599255. The village covers a total geographical area of 1690.34 hectares and falls under the 586209 pincode. Indi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chickbevanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chickbevanur
According to the 2011 Census, Chickbevanur village had a total population of 5,118 people, including 2,626 males and 2,492 females, living in 897 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.00%, with male literacy at 72.79% and female literacy at 50.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 980, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 Population | 5,118 | 2,626 | 2,492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 432 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 488 | 492 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 2,658 | 1,597 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,460 | 1,029 | 1,431 |
Nearby Villages of Chickbevanur
Chickbevanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavadihal | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Indi (rural) | East | 4.12 km |
| Choragi | West | 4.55 km |
| Budihal | North | 4.80 km |
| Anjutagi | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Hanjagi | South | 6.48 km |
| Ahirasang | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Mavinalli | North-East | 7.42 km |
| Vasantanagar | South-East | 7.72 km |
| Babalad | South-West | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chickbevanur
Chickbevanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Indi Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indi to Chickbevanur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Chickbevanur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chickbevanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chickbevanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chickbevanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chickbevanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chickbevanur
Where is Chickbevanur located?
Chickbevanur village is located in Indi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chickbevanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chickbevanur is Chikkabevanur.
What is the pincode of Chickbevanur?
The pincode of Chickbevanur is 586209.
What is the population of Chickbevanur?
Chickbevanur had a total population of 5,118, including 2,626 males and 2,492 females.
How many households are there in Chickbevanur?
Chickbevanur had 897 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chickbevanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chickbevanur was 62.00%. Male literacy was 72.79% and female literacy was 50.69%.